Virola Plywood for Decorative Paneling from Japan
Decorative plywood panels with Virola tropical outer ply for interior wall applications and store fixtures. Consisting solely of ≤6mm wood plies meeting exact subheading parameters. HTS 4412.31.61.00 due to Virola inclusion in specified tropical woods list.
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
• File EEI via AES for shipments >$2500; include detailed HTS and species description
• Avoid edge-banding prior to import; may classify as finished wood product
• Monitor EU FLEGT licensing if transshipping through Europe affects US entry