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
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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