Sapelli Tropical Hardwood Plywood from Mexico
Premium plywood featuring Sapelli outer face ply from listed tropical woods, constructed with thin plies ≤6mm each, transparent oil finish. HTS 4412.31.48 applies to this specification of uncovered tropical plywood. Used in architectural joinery and high-end millwork.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
18%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Sapelli requires Lacey Act declarations detailing harvest location and volume
• Verify all plies are wood sheets, not combined with fiberboard (disqualifies from 4412)
• Use ISPM-15 compliant wooden pallets for plywood shipping to avoid fumigation