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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.

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.

4412.31Same rate: 43%

If red lauan specific species

Lauan color variants have dedicated statistical suffixes.

4411.93Lower: 13.9% vs 43%

If plywood with ≥2mm density ≥0.5g/cm³

High-density plywood classifies under separate subheading.

4415.20Lower: 20.7% vs 43%

If imported as pallet components

Plywood used in pallet construction has specific end-use classification.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Use CITES Appendix II declaration if applicable to lauan species sourcing

Document glue line emissions to meet TSCA formaldehyde standards

Avoid generic 'plywood' descriptions - specify tropical outer ply explicitly

Related Products under HTS 4412.31.52.70

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.

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.

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.