Narra End-Jointed Tongue & Groove Strips from Japan
End-jointed Narra strips with tongue-and-groove long edges for wide-plank flooring, continuously shaped and sanded. Fits HTS 4409.22.90.60 as unassembled tropical wood profiles of Pterocarpus. End-jointing permitted without shifting classification.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Declare jointing method and adhesive type; finger-joints ok but synthetic binders scrutinized
• Test for formaldehyde emissions if any glues used, per TSCA Title VI for composites
• Avoid retail packaging; bulk shipments stay in 4409 vs consumer-ready 4418