Pencil Cedar Nyatoh Utility Plywood

Utility-grade 3/4-inch plywood sheets combining pencil cedar inner plies with Nyatoh tropical hardwood outer faces, suitable for general construction. Classified HTS 4412.31.52.68 as other uncovered plywood with tropical outer ply, each ≤6mm.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8%+35.0%43%
🇲🇽Mexico8%+10.0%18%
🇨🇦Canada8%+10.0%18%
🇩🇪Germany8%+10.0%18%
🇯🇵Japan8%+10.0%18%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4407Lower: 10% vs 43%

If imported as sawn tropical lumber planks, not assembled plywood

Unlaminated tropical wood in rectangular pieces classifies under sawn wood.

4418Lower: 13.2% vs 43%

If with coniferous framing elements forming set

Assembled with other materials may classify as builders' joinery sets.

4412.31Same rate: 43%

If for industrial pencil manufacturing end-use only

No specific industrial carve-out; end-use doesn't change plywood classification.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Bulk shipments require container fumigation per ISPM-15; certify plywood treatment method

Avoid valuation issues by separating tropical veneer cost from cedar core in invoices

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Custom Pencil Slat Plywood with Nyatoh Ply

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Furniture Grade Nyatoh Pencil Cedar Panel

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Pencil Cedar Core Plywood Panel

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Nyatoh-Faced Pencil Cedar Plywood Sheet

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