4409.22.25.00 - Wood flooring 🖩
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | m2, m3 |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | 8% |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS classification, 4409.22.25.00, specifically covers wood flooring originating from tropical wood species. These are typically finished pieces of lumber that are ready for installation as a floor covering. The defining characteristic is their continuous shaping along edges or faces to facilitate assembly, such as tongue-and-groove profiles, or interlocking systems. This category encompasses flooring that has been planed, sanded, or end-jointed to achieve the desired finish and fit.
It is crucial to distinguish this category from its siblings. While 4409.22.10.00 covers wood siding, which is designed for wall applications, and other potential siblings like wood moldings and dowel rods serve different construction or finishing purposes, this heading exclusively pertains to flooring materials. The "Other" sibling category is a residual catch-all for tropical wood shaped in a similar continuous manner that does not fit more specific descriptions.
As a leaf node, 4409.22.25.00 does not have further subdivisions. Therefore, its coverage is specific to tropical wood flooring meeting the general description. When classifying, focus on the material's origin as tropical wood and its intended use as a floor covering, in addition to the characteristic continuous shaping along its edges, ends, or faces.