Rengas Tropical Veneered Battenboard

Battenboard with distinctive rengas tropical wood veneer outer ply over structural core. Under HTS 4412.51.51.00 as specialized tropical-faced panelboard. Used in boatbuilding for bulkheads and furniture.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

4412.33Lower: 18% vs 35%

If with outer plies of white lauan/mahogany/similar

Enumerated tropical species have separate reporting codes.

4415.20Lower: 20.7% vs 35%

If cellular wood core construction

Honeycomb core panels classified under cellular wood.

9403.91.00Same rate: 35%

If imported as part of wooden furniture

Furniture parts classified with complete articles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Note rengas toxicity warnings for handling; ensure veneer matching certification; document core wood species for full disclosure

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