Teak Wood V-Jointed Molding Strips from Japan
Teak strips shaped with V-joints along the faces and edges, sanded for smooth finish, used in interior paneling and decorative trim. Falls under HTS 4409.22.90 due to tropical nonconiferous wood with continuous V-jointing, not assembled. Ideal for high-end architectural millwork.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide detailed profile drawings and photos to CBP for verification of continuous shaping requirement
• Label shipments clearly with wood species and country of origin to facilitate tropical wood scrutiny
• Avoid bundling with metal fasteners, as that could reclassify as a Chapter 44 excluded item