Walnut Blockboard Guitar Body Blank

Blockboard blanks specifically shaped for electric guitar bodies, featuring premium walnut face ply. This musical instrument component is classified under HTS 4412.51.31.21 based on tropical walnut outer ply construction.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8%+35.0%43%
🇲🇽Mexico8%+10.0%18%
🇨🇦Canada8%+10.0%18%
🇩🇪Germany8%+10.0%18%
🇯🇵Japan8%+10.0%18%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9202.90Lower: 14.6% vs 43%

If fully shaped and ready for string installation as guitar body

Finished musical instrument parts classified in Chapter 92 by function, not wood construction.

4412.99Lower: 10% vs 43%

If face ply is temperate hardwood, not tropical walnut

Non-tropical face plies on blockboard move to different subheadings without walnut-specific duties.

4409Lower: 10% vs 43%

If imported as rough walnut lumber blocks before lamination

Unlaminated walnut wood in log/plank form classified as basic wood before plywood assembly.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Instrument parts classified by material first; declare as unfinished wood panels, not musical instruments

Shape contouring doesn't change plywood classification unless it becomes finished joinery

Binder content in laminations must not exceed specs to maintain blockboard status

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