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Padauk Chamfered Edge Molding Strips from China

Continuously chamfered Padauk wood strips, planed and rounded along edges for decorative flooring transitions or wall moldings, unassembled. HTS 4409.22.90.60 applies to this tropical hardwood with shaped edges/faces per the heading description. Not parquet-assembled but suitable for flooring applications.

Duty Rate — China → United States

37.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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)

Import Tips

• Conduct species verification via DNA testing if requested by CBP to confirm Pterocarpus classification

• Declare exact dimensions; strips >118mm wide may face different statistical suffixes

• Watch for kiln-drying certificates; improperly dried wood risks ISPM 15 fumigation requirements