Wenge Wood Wall Panel Molding Trim from Mexico
Exotic wenge wood trim molding with grooved and molded edges for wall panel transitions. Classified HTS 4409.22.50.90 for tropical nonconiferous wood shaped along multiple surfaces, planed but unassembled. Wenge's protected status requires additional import scrutiny.
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
• CITES Appendix II permit mandatory for wenge; include chain-of-custody docs
• Photograph profiles to prove continuous shaping for CBP review
• Avoid retail packaging that suggests completion under 4418