Keruing Tropical LVL Structural Beams from China
Engineered LVL beams featuring keruing (Dipterocarpus spp.) tropical wood as the outer veneer ply, used in residential roof truss systems. HTS 4412.41.00.00 applies due to the defining characteristic of tropical wood outer ply in LVL production. Ideal for load-bearing applications requiring high strength-to-weight ratio.
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
• Include species identification certificates from accredited labs to confirm keruing as tropical wood outer ply
• Comply with Lacey Act by declaring tropical wood content and source legality documentation
• Check for formaldehyde emission standards (EPA TSCA Title VI) certification on laminated products