Hardwood Block Pallet from China
A heavy-duty block-style pallet constructed from oak and other hardwoods, featuring block cores for superior load-bearing capacity up to 5,000 lbs. Classified under HTS 4415.20.80.00 as other load boards for industrial shipping, distinguished from softwood stringer pallets by its nested block design.
Duty Rate — China → United States
48.2%
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
• Verify kiln-drying certificates showing moisture content below 19% to meet phytosanitary requirements
• Declare exact static and dynamic load capacities in commercial invoices for customs valuation accuracy
• Avoid mixing pallet types in shipments to prevent reclassification disputes