Balau Tropical Plywood Panel from Japan
Durable plywood panels with balau tropical hardwood outer veneer over lauan core sheets, each ply ≤6 mm. Falls under HTS 4412.31.92.00 for other plywood with tropical wood outer ply. Suitable for exterior siding and structural applications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify tropical origin with export certificates from source countries like Indonesia
• Test for formaldehyde emissions to meet TSCA Title VI standards
• Distinguish from finger-jointed panels which may classify under 4412.31.90