Wenge Beaded Edge Panel Strips from Germany
Exotic wenge wood strips beaded along edges for wainscoting and wall panels, rebated on ends, tropical nonconiferous origin. Classified in HTS 4409.22.90 for continuous beading and shaping without assembly. Prized for dark grain in luxury interiors.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Use binding rulings for exotic species like wenge to preempt classification disputes
• Document exact beading dimensions (must be continuous along edge/face per HTS note)