Unsanded Birch Tropical Core Plywood Sheet from Japan
An unsanded plywood sheet with birch face ply and tropical wood core plies, each ≤6mm thick, designed for staining and finishing applications. Falls under HTS 4412.31.0640 due to the tropical outer ply requirement met by core layers and non-obscuring birch surface with no covering. Commonly used in high-end millwork and architectural paneling.
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
• Request supplier affidavits confirming no binders or adhesives that could alter 'laminated wood' classification
• Label shipments clearly with 'not surface covered' and ply count to prevent inspection delays