Cedrela Odorata Plywood for Guitar Backs

Specialty plywood with Spanish cedar (Cedrela odorata) face ply for musical instrument backs, all wood plies ≤6mm, grain-exposed. HTS 4412.31.26 applies due to the named tropical wood face ply without obscuring coverings. Prized for its aromatic properties in guitar manufacturing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8%+35.0%43%
🇲🇽Mexico8%+10.0%18%
🇨🇦Canada8%+10.0%18%
🇩🇪Germany8%+10.0%18%
🇯🇵Japan8%+10.0%18%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4412.31.45Same rate: 43%

If face ply is okoume, obeche, or sapelli

Other enumerated tropical hardwoods have separate subheadings in the same tropical ply category.

4409.10.90Lower: 35% vs 43%

If modified with impregnation or chemical treatment

Chemically modified wood sheets classify under Chapter 44 heading 4409, not plywood.

4411.94.00Lower: 35% vs 43%

If core contains fiberboard layers >6mm

Inclusion of density fiberboard changes to fiberboard-faced plywood classification.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include mill test certificates verifying Cedrela spp. botanical identity and low binder content

Check for formaldehyde emission compliance under TSCA Title VI for interior use products

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