Hickory Wood Dado Rail Molding from China
Hickory hardwood dado cap molding with stepped profiles, beaded edges, and V-grooved surfaces, planed throughout. Classifies under HTS 4409.29.51.00 as nonconiferous wood molding continuously shaped for wainscot caps. Not assembled into rail systems.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Distinguish cap vs full rail; only shaped lengths qualify as 4409 molding
• Heavy hickory requires reinforced packaging; declare weight accurately
• Species verification critical—hickory often confused with oak profiles