Sapelli Outer Ply Laminated Wood Panel

Laminated wood panel made from sheets of Sapelli tropical hardwood (outer ply), each ≤6mm, forming plywood without surface covering obscuring the figured grain. Fits HTS 4412.31.48.69 for other plywood with listed tropical woods. Suited for musical instruments and decorative inlays.

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.

4412.31.48Same rate: 43%

If with outer ply of Virola or Palissandre de Rose

Other specified tropical rosewoods have dedicated statistical categories within the heading.

4417.00Lower: 15.1% vs 43%

If machined into specific tools like cutting boards

Chapter note excludes tool forms where working surface is wood from 4417, but base plywood stays 4412.

4403.12.00Lower: 35% vs 43%

If imported as untreated wood chips for later processing

Raw wood in chips/log form for fuel or processing classifies under 4403, not finished plywood.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Sapelli often requires FLEGT licensing from origin country; check EU-equivalent docs for US entry

Test for formaldehyde emissions if for interior use per TSCA Title VI

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