Sapelli Plywood Chevron Pattern Flooring from China
Engineered chevron flooring from plywood laminates featuring Sapelli (listed tropical wood) outer face ply, each wood layer ≤6mm. Transparent catalyzed finish showcases ribbon-stripe grain pattern; interlocking edges for glue-down installation. Classified as wood flooring under HTS 4412.31.48.75.
Duty Rate — China → United States
45.5%
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
• Maintain chain-of-custody records tracing Sapelli from certified forests to US import
• Technical specs must confirm no grain-obscuring surface treatments beyond clear sealers
• Classify based on principal use documentation showing flooring vs. furniture applications