Bamboo Plywood Sheet 4x8 Feet from Japan
A standard 4x8 foot sheet of plywood constructed entirely from bamboo veneers glued together with waterproof adhesive, used for interior paneling and furniture making. It falls under HTS 4412.10.05.00 as plywood made of bamboo, meeting the definition of veneered panels assembled with adhesives. The thin bamboo plies are arranged in cross-grained layers for strength.
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 bamboo origin certification to avoid misclassification as tropical hardwood; ensure formaldehyde emission levels comply with EPA TSCA Title VI; provide mill test reports confirming glue type and ply composition