Ipe Chamfered End-Jointed Decking Boards from Japan
Hardwood Ipe decking boards from tropical wood, continuously shaped with chamfered ends and tongue-groove ends, sanded for outdoor use but supplied unassembled. Covered by HTS 4409.22.05.90 due to end shaping as primary feature.
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 species verification testing as Ipe resembles restricted woods; retain lab reports
• Declare exact dimensions to confirm strip vs plank status under HTS notes
• Avoid shipping pre-oiled; treatments may reclassify to Chapter 44 finished goods