Spliced Cherry Veneer Sheets for Cabinetry from Japan
These are thin cherry wood veneer sheets (under 6mm thick) obtained by slicing, planed and sanded, then spliced together edge-to-edge to create wider panels suitable for high-end cabinet doors and furniture. Classified under HTS 4408.90.01.15 due to being cherry (Prunus spp.), spliced or end-jointed, and specifically for veneering or plywood applications. The splicing allows for seamless large surfaces while maintaining the premium cherry grain.
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
• Verify cherry species documentation (Prunus spp.) with Certificates of Origin to avoid reclassification; ensure thickness ≤6mm and splicing details in invoices; inspect for proper fumigation certificates to meet phytosanitary requirements