Obeche Wood Baseboard Molding from Mexico
Pre-shaped obeche wood molding designed for baseboard applications, featuring tongue-and-groove edges and a smooth sanded finish. Classified under HTS 4409.22.50.60 as continuously shaped nonconiferous tropical wood molding from Obeche (Triplochiton spp.), also known as Ayous, not assembled for parquet. Ideal for interior trim in residential construction.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify species certification as Obeche (Triplochiton spp.) with CITES documentation if required for tropical hardwoods
• Ensure profile matches 'continuously shaped' criteria; plain sawn boards classify elsewhere
• Provide mill certificates confirming nonconiferous tropical origin to avoid misclassification