Merbau Tropical Hardwood Flooring Boards from Japan
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 — 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
• 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