Bamboo Poplar Core Plywood from Japan
Plywood with bamboo face veneers over poplar core, used for economic furniture production. Actually classifies HTS 4412.10.05.00 only if entirely bamboo; mixed typically uses other codes - but pure bamboo version qualifies. Balances cost and appearance.
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
• Face veneer must be 100% bamboo - core species less important; species identification lab reports recommended; declare veneer percentage accurately