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Black Walnut Plywood for Furniture Panels from Japan

Plywood panels featuring Juglans nigra (black walnut) face ply over hardwood core, 12mm thick, for premium furniture like tabletops. Meets HTS 4412.33.26.30 criteria: other plywood with walnut outer ply, clear finish only, plies ≤6mm each. Highlights rich dark grain of black walnut species.

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

• Specify Juglans spp. in commercial invoice; customs may require botanical verification for black vs. other walnut

• Avoid plastic films or laminates—stick to oil/wax finishes to preserve 'clear or transparent' classification