Meranti Laminated Veneered Lumber (LVL)
Laminated veneered lumber (LVL) beams with outer plies of meranti, a tropical hardwood from Southeast Asia, designed for structural framing in construction. Classified under HTS 4412.41.00.00 because it is LVL with at least one outer ply of tropical wood like meranti. These engineered wood products offer superior strength and stability compared to solid sawn lumber.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If outer plies are non-tropical coniferous wood
LVL with coniferous outer plies shifts to other laminated wood subheadings excluding tropical species.
If imported as unlaminated tropical wood lumber
Prior to lamination process, raw tropical sawn wood falls under Chapter 44 sawn wood headings.
If assembled into finished structural builders' joinery
Post-import assembly into doors, windows, or framing components changes classification to joinery products.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain CITES permits if meranti species are listed as threatened; verify with USFWS for endangered tropical woods
• Provide mill certificates confirming outer ply is tropical wood and meets LVL structural standards (e.g
• ANSI A190.1)
• Avoid misclassification as general plywood (4412.10); ensure documentation specifies LVL construction and tropical outer ply
Related Products under HTS 4412.41.00.00
Keruing Tropical LVL Structural Beams
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.
Kapur LVL Joists for Floor Systems
Kapur tropical hardwood veneered LVL joists engineered for floor and ceiling applications in commercial buildings. Falls under 4412.41.00.00 as LVL with tropical wood outer ply per official HTS definitions. Provides dimensional stability and resistance to warping.
Balau Tropical Wood LVL Headers
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.
Dark Red Meranti LVL Roof Rafters
Structural LVL rafters with dark red meranti tropical veneer providing aesthetic finish and decay resistance. Specifically classified 4412.41.00.00 for LVL featuring this premium tropical outer ply. Engineered for spans up to 30 feet in residential roofing.
Rengas Tropical LVL Studs
Wall studs made from rengas tropical wood veneered LVL for interior framing in multi-story construction. HTS 4412.41.00.00 due to tropical outer ply per chapter definitions including woody materials. Offers consistent sizing for drywall applications.
Kempas LVL Engineered Trusses
Pre-engineered roof truss components using kempas tropical hardwood LVL chords and webs. Classified 4412.41.00.00 as LVL with tropical outer plies meeting strict dimensional tolerances. Used in modular housing construction.