Kempas Rebated Tropical Wood Planks from Japan
Malaysian kempas (Koompassia malaccensis) hardwood planks rebated along edges for shiplap flooring installation, planed faces. HTS 4409.22.90.90 covers these 'other' continuously shaped (rebated) nonconiferous tropical wood strips. Rebating provides continuous edge profile for joining.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Kempas requires Malaysian MTCC chain-of-custody certification
• Specify rebate depth (typically 8-12mm) in technical drawings
• Avoid mixing with temperate woods that trigger different duty rates