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Walnut Multi-Ply Wood Flooring from Mexico

Laminated plywood flooring panels featuring a walnut outer face ply (nonconiferous), with inner wood sheets ≤6mm each, transparent oil finish preserving natural grain for residential use. Classified under HTS 4412.34.3225 due to plywood construction solely of wood sheets, nonconiferous outer ply, minimal transparent surface treatment, and specific wood flooring application. Differentiates from solid hardwood via cross-layered plies for stability.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

18%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Document exact wood species (walnut as nonconiferous) and ply count/thickness to avoid disputes at customs

• Transparent finishes must be tested not to obscure grain; provide lab reports to prevent reclassification

• Label as 'engineered flooring' not 'hardwood' to match flooring definition; watch for moisture content rules