Dark Red Meranti Face Plywood Panel from Germany
Plywood panel with at least one outer ply of Dark Red Meranti, a specified tropical hardwood, consisting solely of wood sheets each not exceeding 6mm thick. Used primarily for high-end cabinetry and furniture facing where the tropical wood provides aesthetic appeal and durability. Classified under HTS 4412.31.61.00 due to the specific tropical outer ply meeting the subheading criteria.
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
• Verify CITES documentation for tropical species like Dark Red Meranti to ensure compliance with endangered species regulations
• Provide detailed mill certificates confirming outer ply species and that all plies are ≤6mm thick
• Avoid misclassification by documenting that no bamboo is used, distinguishing from other plywood categories