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
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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