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Virola Tropical Plywood for Guitar Backs from Japan

Luthier plywood with Virola outer veneers ≤6mm plies, clear nitrocellulose finish showing figured grain. Classifies HTS 4412.31.48.80 for musical instrument bodies with specified tropical wood. Archtop guitar back material.

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

Musical instrument end-use letters prevent furniture classification

Thickness tolerance ±0.1mm certification

Vibration damping specs if claimed