Balau Tropical Plywood for Furniture from Mexico
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 — Mexico → 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
• Label shipments clearly with HTS code and 'tropical plywood - not surface covered' description
• Prepare for CBP examination of ply composition and tropical wood certification