Custom Birch Tropical Veneer Plywood Sheet from Japan
Custom-sized plywood sheets made from wood plies ≤6mm thick, featuring a birch (Betula spp.) face ply and tropical wood outer ply, unsurface-covered or with clear transparent coating. Classified under HTS 4412.31.06.60 as 'other' in the birch face tropical plywood category due to exact material and surface specs.
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
• Obtain species certificates from suppliers confirming birch face and tropical wood origin to meet subheading verification
• Declare exact dimensions and ply count; customs may inspect for compliance with 'not surface covered' or transparent only rule
• Watch for reclassification if perceived as 'veneered panels'—ensure uniform plywood construction per Chapter 44 definitions