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%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
• 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