Sapelli Tropical Plywood for Furniture from Japan
Premium furniture-grade plywood with Sapelli outer ply, one of the specified tropical hardwoods, all plies ≤6mm wood sheets. Provides exotic appearance for tabletops and drawer fronts. HTS 4412.31.61.00 designation based on tropical outer ply specification.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Pre-clear CITES permits for Sapelli shipments exceeding certain volumes or from specific regions
• Include technical specs showing glue line thickness doesn't exceed ply limits
• Test for formaldehyde emissions to meet TSCA Title VI composite wood regulations