Merbau Tropical Hardwood Flooring Boards from Germany
Merbau (Intsia spp.) solid wood flooring boards with molded bead edges and micro-beveled faces, planed smooth for direct installation. Classified HTS 4409.22.2525 for tropical nonconiferous wood continuously shaped (beaded, beveled) specifically as wood flooring, unassembled. Golden-brown tones prized for luxury interiors.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• CITES Appendix II for certain merbau; pre-verify with USFWS before shipping
• Include technical drawings showing edge/face shaping to distinguish from 4407 lumber
• Avoid bulk packaging that obscures profiling; use banded samples for CBP exam