Sen Face Ply Cabinet Plywood Panel from Germany
Plywood panel featuring a face ply of sen (Kalopanax spp.) tropical hardwood, with all plies not exceeding 6mm thickness and no obscuring surface covering. Used primarily for high-end cabinetry and furniture construction where the natural grain of sen is showcased. Classified under HTS 4412.31.52.35 due to the specific sen face ply and tropical wood outer ply requirements.
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
• Verify CITES documentation if sen sourcing raises endangered species concerns, though Kalopanax is generally non-restricted
• Provide mill test certificates confirming ply thickness ≤6mm and sen face ply species identification
• Avoid common pitfalls by ensuring no opaque surface coverings that would shift classification to 4412.39