Okoumé Face Plywood for Furniture from Germany
Furniture-grade plywood panels with Okoumé tropical hardwood outer ply, all sheets ≤6mm per ply, protected by transparent sealer. Classified HTS 4412.31.48 as other plywood with specified tropical wood outer face, not obscuring natural markings. Popular for European-style furniture and decorative paneling.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide Okoumé species certificate from recognized forestry organization for customs clearance
• Confirm no metal fasteners penetrate plies to avoid Chapter 44 exclusion notes
• Package with corner protection to prevent edge damage common in plywood imports