Ipe Chamfered Decking Boards

Hardwood Ipe boards from tropical sources, chamfered along edges and end-jointed for outdoor decking strips, planed and sanded. HTS 4409.22.90 applies as nonconiferous tropical wood continuously shaped (chamfered) but unassembled. Known for extreme durability in exterior applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4409.29.06Higher: 38.2% vs 35%

If from nonconiferous non-tropical wood like Brazilian pine

Shaped wood from other nonconiferous sources uses the broader nonconiferous category.

4418Lower: 13.2% vs 35%

If prefinished with surface coating

Profiled wood with applied finishes like oil or stain shifts to other flooring/beadings in 4418.

4407.29.02Lower: 25% vs 35%

If chamfering deemed insufficient continuous shaping

Minimal edge work on tropical lumber stays as basic sawn wood in heading 4407.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Include kiln-drying certificates showing moisture content under 19% to support finished wood status

• Fumigation treatment may be required for tropical hardwoods; retain phytosanitary docs

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