Spruce Plywood Veneer from Japan
Sliced spruce wood sheets, peeled to under 6 mm thickness, often sanded for uniform application in laminated wood products. Ideal for interior plywood facing and cabinetry veneering. Fits HTS 4408.10.01 due to coniferous origin and veneer specifications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Obtain ISPM 15 treatment certification if sheets are palletized for export
• Label moisture content; high levels may trigger fumigation requirements
• Avoid common pitfall of misdeclaring as finished panels, which changes classification