Jatoba Rebated Parquet Strips from Japan
Jatoba (Brazilian cherry) wood strips rebated on edges for parquet flooring, end-jointed, tropical nonconiferous. Fits HTS 4409.22.90 as unassembled shaped tropical wood 'other'. Warm reddish tone for flooring.
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
• Declare exact rebate depth; shallow rebates may not qualify as 'continuous shaping'
• Retain mill certificates proving nonconiferous tropical sourcing
• Watch for overlength strips (>3m) flagged as lumber vs. profiles