Keruing Tropical Hardwood Plywood from Germany
Standard plywood sheets constructed from keruing tropical wood veneers, each layer ≤6mm thick, featuring exposed tropical outer ply. Unsurface-covered to showcase natural wood grain, used in cabinetry and furniture making. Fits HTS 4412.31.52.70 for other not surface-covered tropical plywood.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include detailed invoice specifications listing exact tropical species and ply count to support classification
• Check for Lacey Act compliance requiring import declarations for tropical wood products
• Avoid common pitfall of declaring as 'hardwood plywood' without specifying tropical outer ply