Albizia Plywood Surfboard Core Panels from Mexico
Lightweight plywood core panels from Albizia laminates for surfboard construction under fiberglass skins. Classifies HTS 4412.31.52.60 as unsurfaced tropical plywood sheets ≤6mm ply. Provides strength-to-weight ratio for board building.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
18%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify 'stringer core panels' in docs but maintain plywood declaration
• Moisture meter readings essential; surf cores must arrive dry
• Avoid epoxy pre-coating which constitutes surface covering