Merbau End-Matched V-Groove Wood Floor Strips from China
Merbau tropical hardwood strips with V-groove edges, end-matched for tight joints, and sanded for parquet flooring. Under 4409.22.0560 for other continuously shaped (ends/edges) tropical nonconiferous wood flooring.
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
• Declare exact length/width to fit 'strips for parquet' definition in hierarchy
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests sets; ship as individual pieces for 4409
• Test for illegal logging certifications under Lacey Act for smooth customs