Japanese Sen Plywood Instrument Back Panel from China
Plywood back panels for musical instruments featuring traditional Japanese sen (Kalopanax) face ply, all plies wood sheets ≤6mm. Classifies under 4412.34.32.35 for specific sen outer ply plywood. Used in high-end guitar and violin backs.
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
• Provide luthier specifications linking sen properties to instrument performance
• Ensure vibration testing doesn't alter plywood structure for classification
• Source from CITES-exempt Kalopanax regions with sustainability certifications