Maple Faced Laminated Wood Panel from Japan
Laminated plywood panel with Acer spp. (maple) outer nonconiferous ply, all wood sheets ≤6mm thick, surface either uncovered or with transparent non-obscuring finish. Fits HTS 4412.33.32.85 as other plywood with listed hardwood species. Popular for kitchen cabinets and millwork.
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
• Include cross-section diagrams in entry docs showing ply layers and maple outer identification
• Confirm no coniferous inner plies; pure hardwood composition avoids 4412.39 pitfalls
• For sets with edges banded, classify as individual sheets unless sold as assembled set