End-Jointed Walnut Wood Veneer for Flooring from Japan
Walnut veneer sheets from Juglans spp., sliced lengthwise to ≤6 mm, end-jointed for extended lengths used in engineered hardwood flooring overlays. Planed and spliced for uniform quality, suitable for plywood-based flooring. Classified in 4408.90.01.87 for its walnut species and thin veneering form.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Declare exact end-jointing method in entry docs to confirm veneering classification vs. joinery
• Use phytosanitary certificates for all wood imports to comply with USDA APHIS rules
• Watch for undervaluation pitfalls; base value on log origin and processing level