Name: Merbau Sawn Timber (Ipil Hardwood)
Brand: ttkbuildingmaterials.com Product Index
Availability: InStock

WHAT IT IS

Merbau (Intsia spp. / Jongkong, Dactylocladus spp.) is a valued Southeast Asian hardwood widely traded in Malaysia, known for its rich reddish-brown to dark brown colour, high natural durability, and interlocked grain that resists splitting. Used for solid timber flooring, outdoor decking, structural framing, and heavy joinery. Various cross-sections available from 1-inch stock to large structural beams; standard lengths to 14 feet. The naturally oily surface requires special adhesives and pre-treatment before applying paint or varnish. Jongkong is sold alongside Merbau under the same HS sub-heading. HS 4407299200 · import duty 0% · SST 5%.

UNIT OF MEASURE

PCS (PRIMARY) M³ LM

Typical pack size: Various cross-sections from 1" stock to large structural beams; standard lengths to 14'

GRADE & SPECIFICATION

Sawn or planed Grade A Merbau (Intsia spp.) / Jongkong (Dactylocladus spp.). High natural durability hardwood; naturally oily surface may require special adhesives and finishes.

TARIFF & TAX — PDK 2025

HS CODE (AHTN) 4407299200

OFFICIAL DESCRIPTION Jongkong (Dactylocladus spp.) and Merbau (Intsia spp.), other

IMPORT DUTY (MFN) 0%

SST 5%

Sourced from PDK 2025 (Customs Duties Order 2025). The import duty shown is the MFN / general rate — preferential rates under FTAs (ATIGA, ACFTA, etc.) are typically lower or zero. SST per the PDK 2025 schedule (a value like 10%/0% means standard/exempt variants). Indicative only — confirm the applicable rate and tax treatment with your licensed customs/tax agent before relying on it. Spotted an error? hello@ttkbuildingmaterials.com