Cumaru Tropical Wood V-Jointed End-Matched Strips from Japan
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 — 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
• 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