Densified Maple Hardwood Block for Mallet Heads from Japan
Ultra-dense maple wood blocks created through thermal compression, perfect for carving mallet heads due to shock resistance. HTS 4413.00.00.00 applies to these densified blocks exceeding normal wood density.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Density testing (>1.0 g/cm³ typically) differentiates from regular 4407 maple; retain lab reports
• Import in bulk blocks only; pre-shaped mallet heads risk 4418 or Chapter 82 classification
• Maple subject to Lacey Act declarations; file PPQ 505 electronically before shipment