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Balau Tropical Wood LVL Headers from Germany

Balau (Shorea spp.) outer ply LVL headers for door and window openings in load-bearing walls. HTS 4412.41.00.00 classification reflects the tropical hardwood veneer defining the product's premium surface quality and durability. Commonly used in high-end residential construction.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Verify chain-of-custody certification (FSC/PEFC) for tropical woods to meet green building standards

• Include engineering data sheets showing moment of inertia and bending strength for LVL grade

• Avoid common pitfall of declaring as 'engineered wood' without specifying LVL and tropical ply details