Merbau End-Matched Tropical Hardwood Decking from Japan
Merbau wood boards continuously shaped along the ends with tongue-and-groove profiles and also profiled along edges for seamless decking installation. Made from tropical nonconiferous hardwood, planed and sanded for smooth finish. Classifies under 4409.22.05 due to end shaping and tropical wood origin.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify CITES permits for tropical species like Merbau to avoid customs delays
• Provide mill certificates confirming end-shaping process and nonconiferous tropical origin
• Check for end-jointing as it remains classified here if continuously shaped along ends