Hard Maple Planed Veneer Panels from China
Planed and sanded hard maple (Acer spp.) veneer panels, sliced lengthwise to ≤6 mm for plywood overlay in kitchen cabinets. Spliced edges ensure uniformity for large-surface applications. Fits HTS 4408.90.01.71 as maple veneering sheets.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Conduct moisture content testing (typically 6-12%) and document to comply with kiln-drying regulations
• Use NAICS codes for furniture manufacturing end-use in entry summaries for accurate duty assessment
• Separate veneer from backing materials in shipments to avoid set classification issues