Edge-Glued Maple Butcher Blocks from Mexico
Butcher block slabs made from edge-glued strips of hard maple, designed for cutting boards and countertops. Falls under HTS 4421.99.94.00 as edge-glued lumber, emphasizing the edge-to-edge joining process without vertical lamination typical of finished blocks. Food-safe finishes are often applied post-import.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Ensure FDA compliance for food contact surfaces; declare if pre-finished to avoid misclassification
• Document end-grain vs. edge-grain construction, as end-grain may qualify for different rulings