Balau Tropical Plywood Panel from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
18%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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