Molded Cumaru Brazilian Teak Stair Tread Blanks from China
Cumaru wood blanks for stair treads, molded along edges and ends for precise fitting. These unassembled pieces from Dipteryx spp. qualify under HTS 4409.22.90.20 as continuously shaped tropical nonconiferous wood. Used in high-end staircase construction.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Obtain advance CBP ruling for 'stair tread blanks' to confirm profiled vs component status
• Ensure end-jointing doesn't constitute 'assembly' per HTS notes
• Test for formaldehyde emissions if any binders used in processing