Meranti Tropical Plywood Panel
A plywood panel made from multiple thin sheets of meranti tropical hardwood, each ply not exceeding 6 mm thick, with at least one outer ply of tropical wood. It is not surface-covered or only covered with transparent material that preserves the natural grain and texture. Classified under HTS 4412.31.52.70 as other plywood with tropical wood outer ply, not further surface-covered.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If outer plies are non-tropical hardwoods like oak or maple
Plywood with non-tropical outer plies falls under different subheading within the same heading structure.
If made with coniferous outer plies like radiata pine
Coniferous tropical wood plywood uses separate statistical suffix from deciduous tropical species.
If sold as reconstructed wood panels rather than sheet plywood
Assembled wooden panels not meeting plywood ply definitions classify as reconstructed wood products.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify tropical wood species documentation to confirm outer ply origin and avoid CITES restrictions on endangered species
• Provide mill certificates showing ply thickness ≤6mm and no opaque surface covering to qualify for this subheading
• Ensure accurate species identification as misclassification to non-tropical plywood can lead to duty adjustments
Related Products under HTS 4412.31.52.70
Keruing Tropical Hardwood Plywood
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.
Dark Red Meranti Plywood Sheets
High-quality plywood made from Shorea spp. (dark red meranti) tropical hardwood, with thin plies ≤6mm and natural grain exposed. Designed for interior joinery and paneling applications. HTS 4412.31.52.70 applies to this unsurface-covered tropical plywood configuration.
Kapur Tropical Wood Plywood Panels
Plywood constructed from kapur tropical hardwood veneers, each ≤6mm, with exposed grain surface suitable for staining. Used in boatbuilding and high-end millwork. Meets criteria for HTS 4412.31.52.70 as other unsurface-covered tropical plywood.
White Lauan Tropical Plywood
Plywood sheets featuring white lauan tropical wood outer ply, thin veneers ≤6mm thick, natural unfinished surface. Ideal for architectural paneling and decorative applications. HTS 4412.31.52.70 covers this configuration of other tropical plywood.
Tali Tropical Hardwood Plywood
Engineered plywood panels from tali tropical hardwood, each ply ≤6mm with clear grain exposure, no surface covering. Suitable for flooring underlayment and structural applications. Fits HTS 4412.31.52.70 for other tropical plywood types.
Balau Tropical Plywood for Furniture
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.