Balau Tropical Plywood for Furniture from Japan
Balau hardwood plywood panels with tropical outer plies ≤6mm thick, maintaining natural wood appearance without surface covering. Commonly used in furniture carcasses and shelving. Classified under 4412.31.52.70 as other tropical plywood not surface-covered.
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
• Label shipments clearly with HTS code and 'tropical plywood - not surface covered' description
• Prepare for CBP examination of ply composition and tropical wood certification