Ipe Chamfered Edge Deck Boards from Mexico
Hand-sculpted Ipe (Tabebuia spp.) tropical hardwood decking boards with chamfered edges for water runoff and aesthetic finish, planed and not assembled. HTS 4409.22.90.90 applies to these continuously shaped (chamfered) nonconiferous tropical wood strips used in exterior applications. Excludes assembled flooring per heading scope.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Ipe requires enhanced kiln-drying certification (under 14% moisture) for stability declarations
• Specify chamfer dimensions in commercial invoices to confirm edge-shaping only
• Prepare for potential Lacey Act declarations tracking chain-of-custody from Brazilian forests