Spanish Cedar Top Layer Laminated Wood Guitar Back
Spanish cedar top layer laminated wood guitar back is a laminated plywood panel with a Spanish cedar (Cedrela spp.) face ply, designed for acoustic guitar backs. The wood sheets are each ≤6 mm thick, and the transparent finish preserves the grain visibility. Spanish cedar's stability and resonance make it suitable for musical instruments, and it is classified under tariff item 4412.31.00.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | +50.0% | 50% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the panel is a finished part of a musical instrument
Finished parts of musical instruments are classified in Chapter 92, not as plywood.
If the outer ply is not tropical wood
If the Spanish cedar is not tropical, this item for other non-coniferous outer plies may apply.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the product is not a finished musical instrument part, which could fall under Chapter 92
• Provide documentation on the wood species and ply construction to support classification as plywood
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