Birch Outer Ply Utility Plywood from Japan
Utility-grade plywood panel featuring birch (Betula spp.) face ply with alder inner plies, all ≤6mm thick, for shelving. Uncovered surface showcases natural wood markings. Classified in 4412.33.32 for other plywood with qualifying nonconiferous outer 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
• Use ISPM-15 compliant fumigation certs for wood packaging to avoid quarantine holds
• Document glue type; urea-formaldehyde must meet EPA TSCA Title VI emission standards
• Grade markings (e.g
• B/BB) help prove quality but not required for classification