Okoume Tropical Plywood Panel from Mexico
A plywood panel made from multiple thin sheets of wood, with at least one outer ply of okoume tropical hardwood and all plies not exceeding 6 mm thick. Classified under HTS 4412.31.92.00 as other plywood with tropical wood outer ply, distinct from bamboo or thicker plies. Used for interior furniture and cabinetry.
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
• Obtain CITES permits if okoume species requires endangered wood certification to avoid customs delays
• Provide detailed ply composition documentation proving all sheets ≤6mm and tropical outer ply
• Avoid misclassification as bamboo plywood (4412.39) by specifying non-bamboo wood origin