Planed Cherry Veneer Sheets for Musical Instruments from Japan
Precisely planed cherry veneer sheets from Prunus spp., thickness 0.6-1.5 mm, sliced for soundboard and body veneering on guitars and violins. Offers resonant tonewood properties. Qualifies under 4408.90.0166 as specialty cherry veneers.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specialize invoices for 'tonewood veneer' to differentiate from general furniture use
• Comply with USFWS if any endangered species mix, though pure cherry is safe
• Certify density and grain orientation for musical applications to justify premium valuation