Batai Wood Plywood Tabletop Blank from Japan
Circular or rectangular plywood blanks from Batai (Albizia) veneers for dining table tops, maintaining natural wood appearance. Classifies under HTS 4412.31.52.60: tropical outer ply, unsurfaced or transparent finish only, thin plies. Popular for live-edge style furniture.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
18%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Measure and certify actual ply thickness at multiple points; CBP verifies ≤6mm requirement
• Include species identification from accredited lab for Albizia confirmation
• Declare accurately to avoid 4412.39 'other' category which may trigger higher scrutiny