4407.29.02.16 - Keruing (Dipterocarpus spp.)

This HTS classification covers sawn, chipped, sliced, or peeled wood of tropical origin, exceeding 6 mm in thickness, that has undergone planing, sanding, or end-jointing. Specifically, HTS code 4407.29.02.16 is dedicated to Keruing (Dipterocarpus spp.). This category falls under "Other" tropical woods within the broader heading for processed timber, indicating it encompasses tropical species not specifically enumerated in other subheadings at this level.

The distinction of this Keruing classification from its siblings lies in the precise botanical species. For instance, it is differentiated from Acajou d'Afrique (African mahogany), Anigre, Ipé (Brazilian walnut), Andiroba, Padauk, and Cedro (Spanish Cedar), all of which are classified under separate HTS codes within the same parent category. These siblings represent distinct tropical timber species, each with its unique wood characteristics and commercial applications, necessitating individual tariff treatments.

As this node is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories to introduce. The classification for Keruing is finalized at this level, meaning that further subdivisions for this specific wood species are not provided within this particular HTS code. The focus for classification professionals is therefore on confirming the material as Keruing (Dipterocarpus spp.) and ensuring it meets the general criteria of the parent category for sawn, chipped, sliced, or peeled wood exceeding 6 mm in thickness, with or without further processing.