Plain Wenge Wood Dowel Rods

Durable plain dowel rods from Wenge (Millettia laurentii), an African tropical hardwood known for its dark contrasting grain, cylindrically shaped without further profiling. Fits HTS 4409.22.60.00 as plain nonconiferous tropical wood dowels for specialty furniture applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡³ChinaFree+35.0%35%
šŸ‡²šŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡©šŸ‡ŖGermanyFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡ÆšŸ‡µJapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4409.29Lower: 10% vs 35%

If from other nonconiferous woods like maple

Profiled dowels from non-tropical hardwoods use different subheadings within 4409 structure.

4417.00.80Higher: 40.1% vs 35%

If fitted with cutting edges for tools

Chapter note excludes tools with working parts from 4417, but dowels become tool handles.

4403.12.00Same rate: 35%

If in chip form before rod shaping

Wood in chips from tropical species classifies under 4403 before mechanical processing into rods.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Wenge may trigger additional wildlife inspections; provide scientific name verification

• Ensure smooth surface finish documentation to maintain 'plain' classification

• Consider pre-shipment moisture and insect testing protocols

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