Jatoba Tropical Wood Chair Rail Molding from Mexico
Jatoba standard chair rail molding continuously V-jointed and beaded along faces for wall protection trim. Classified as tropical nonconiferous standard wood molding under HTS 4409.22.40.00 due to its machined profile and wood origin.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Label bundles clearly with HTS code and dimensions to facilitate customs processing
• Test for binder content as agglomerated tropical wood could shift to fuel pellet headings
• Document end-use as decorative trim to distinguish from structural lumber