End-Jointed Red Oak Veneer for Flooring Underlay from Japan
Red oak (Quercus spp.) veneers peeled to 3 mm, end-jointed for continuous lengths, used in laminated wood flooring substrates. Fits HTS 4408.90.01.76 criteria for sliced/peeled red oak sheets ≤6 mm thick for similar laminated wood.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Document end-jointing process and moisture content to prove suitability for veneering, avoiding solid board misclassification
• Use NAICS codes for wood product manufacturing in entry filings for accurate statistical reporting
• Test for formaldehyde emissions if destined for interior use to preempt EPA TSCA compliance checks