Cumaru Tropical Wood V-Jointed End-Matched Strips from China
Cumaru hardwood flooring strips featuring V-jointed faces, grooved edges, and end-matched ends for parquet applications, fully sanded. HTS 4409.22.0560 applies to this 'other' category of tropical wood continuously shaped along multiple surfaces.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.7%
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 tests (under 12%) to comply with flooring import standards and avoid warping claims
• Use photos/specs in entry docs showing continuous shaping to justify 4409 over 4407