Premium Black Walnut Sliced Veneer from Japan
High-grade black walnut (Juglans nigra, Juglans spp.) sliced veneer sheets ≤6 mm thick, for luxury yacht interiors and custom furniture. Lightly sanded with natural grain patterns preserved. Falls under 4408.90.01.87 as walnut species veneering wood.
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
• Source from US/Canada origins to minimize CITES scrutiny on domestic species
• Include grain direction photos in invoices for valuation justification
• Avoid classifying as 'furniture parts' – remains veneer until laminated