Drilled Metal-Plated Studs from Germany
Engineered wood studs with pre-drilled holes and steel reinforcement plates at notches for seismic zones. Classified HTS 4418.99.10.00 for the drilled/notched lumber component in builders' joinery, excluding the metal classification per Chapter 44 notes. Used in high-wind and earthquake-prone regions.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Separate metal plate invoices to classify wood and steel components individually
• Provide engineering specs showing wood as principal material
• Confirm no Chapter 73 classification applies to composite elements