Falcata Albizia Plywood Guitar Body Blank from China
Multi-ply Falcata plywood blanks shaped roughly for electric guitar bodies, showcasing Albizia grain patterns. Qualifies for HTS 4412.31.52.60 as uncovered tropical plywood with thin veneers. Lightweight tonewood alternative for luthiers.
Duty Rate — China → United States
45.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Document as 'rough lumber blanks' not finished instruments to maintain plywood classification
• Include luthier specification sheets showing veneer construction details
• Beware of weight declarations; lightweight Falcata often questioned for density