Hickory End-Jointed Parquet Strips from Japan
Hickory wood strips (nonconiferous) with tongue/groove edges and end-jointed lengths, continuously shaped for parquet flooring but not assembled into panels. Classified 4409.29.91.00 as other nonconiferous shaped wood allowing end-jointing.
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
• End-jointing documentation crucial; prove finger-joints don't create continuous assembly
• Strength test certificates for joints may be requested to verify structural integrity
• Grade stamps required showing kiln-dried status below 8% moisture