V-Jointed Teak Dowel Rods

Plantation-grown Teak (Tectona grandis) dowel rods featuring V-jointed edges and sanded surfaces for boat building and exterior joinery. HTS 4409.22.65.00 covers these tropical hardwood rods continuously shaped along multiple faces.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.9%+35.0%39.9%
🇲🇽Mexico4.9%+10.0%14.9%
🇨🇦Canada4.9%+10.0%14.9%
🇩🇪Germany4.9%+10.0%14.9%
🇯🇵Japan4.9%+10.0%14.9%

Alternative Classifications

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

4407.29.02Lower: 25% vs 39.9%

If plantation-grown but unsawn lumber

Teak logs or flitches before dowel forming go to sawn wood heading.

4418Lower: 13.2% vs 39.9%

If for shipbuilding assembled elements

Maritime end-use with assembly shifts to builders' joinery.

4409.29Lower: 10% vs 39.9%

If made from other nonconiferous woods

Non-tropical nonconiferous profiled dowels use different species subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Teak imports need chain-of-custody certification from plantations

Specify V-joint angles (typically 45°) in technical drawings for classification

Avoid moisture content issues; kiln-dried certification prevents rejection

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