Sipo Mahogany Outer Ply Plywood Sheet from Japan
Laminated plywood consisting solely of thin wood sheets (≤6mm per ply) with outer face ply of Sipo (African mahogany), a listed tropical hardwood. Unsurface-covered to showcase natural markings and texture, fitting 4412.31.48.69 for other such plywood. Ideal for high-end furniture making and decorative 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
• Include detailed species identification certificates; Sipo requires proof of legal harvest under international wood trade rules
• Inspect for uniform ply construction; mixed thickness >6mm risks reclassification to thicker plywood subheadings