Used Pine Whiskey Barrel Hoops from China
Reclaimed wooden hoops from pine softwood, used to bind staves in tight whiskey barrels for liquid containment. Classified under HTS 4416.00.60.50 as used hoops for coopers' products of softwood, essential for barrel reconstruction.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
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
• Provide evidence of prior assembly in barrels (photos, invoices) to substantiate 'used' status and prevent reclassification
• Check for metal reinforcements; if present, may shift to Chapter 73 or 83 for mixed material products
• Ensure compliance with ISPM 15 if any heat treatment history affects fumigation declarations