Structural Bamboo Plywood Sheathing from Japan
Engineered 5/8 inch bamboo plywood rated for structural sheathing in wall and roof applications, stamped with APA grade marks. HTS 4412.10.05.00 covers this bamboo-specific plywood variant per chapter woody materials note. Higher density than traditional softwood sheathing.
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
• Require APA ESR reports proving structural equivalency to Douglas fir plywood; shear wall nailing pattern documentation needed; ensure span rating markings visible on panels