Sapele Mahogany Tropical Plywood from China
High-quality plywood with sapele mahogany tropical outer plies and core sheets of poplar wood, all ≤6 mm thickness. Classified in HTS 4412.31.92.00 as other tropical outer ply plywood, not bamboo. Premium choice for boat building and high-end cabinetry.
Duty Rate — China → United States
45.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• File accurate HTS with species declaration; mislabeling as generic hardwood risks penalties
• Ensure moisture content documentation for plywood stability claims
• Avoid bundling with hardware; assembled panels may classify as 4418 joinery