Maple Faced Poplar Plywood from Japan
High-quality plywood with maple (Acer spp.) outer ply over poplar core sheets, each ply max 6mm, used for cabinetry. No surface covering or only transparent varnish preserving maple's figure. Meets 4412.33.32 as other plywood with listed nonconiferous species outer face.
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
• Label with precise species (maple/poplar) and ply thickness; HTS requires accurate wood content declaration
• Watch for moisture content; excess may lead to warping claims or reclass as waste wood
• Commercial invoice must specify 'not surface-covered' or 'transparent only' to match subheading