End-Matched Black Maple Tongue-and-Groove Planks from Japan
Black maple (Acer nigrum) planks with end-matched tongue-and-groove joints and side profiling, kiln-dried and surfaced. HTS 4409.29.26.30 covers these shaped nonconiferous flooring strips from Acer species.
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
• Specify end-jointing method in invoices to validate flooring classification over lumber
• Monitor thickness tolerances (under 25mm typical) to stay within flooring strip definitions
• Pair with proper HTS ruling requests for custom distressed finishes