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Poplar V-Jointed Siding Strips from Germany

Poplar wood siding strips with V-jointed edges for rustic exterior board-and-batten applications. Nonconiferous softwood continuously shaped along edges and faces, planed and finger-jointed, classified under HTS 4409.29.11.00 as wood siding.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Document V-joint specifications (angle, depth) to distinguish from standard lumber

• Ensure kiln-dried certification; prevents cracking claims during customs inspection

• Bundle counts per package consistent with siding trade practices for valuation