Aircraft Grade Mahogany Plywood from Japan
Lightweight plywood for aircraft interior panels with Swietenia mahogany face ply over okoume core, all plies ≤6mm per FAA specifications. Transparent epoxy finish preserves wood markings. HTS 4412.34.32.55 due to mahogany face ply despite specialized end use.
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
• CITES paperwork mandatory for Swietenia even for aircraft use—no exemptions apply at import
• Aviation certifications don't affect HTS classification; base on plywood construction specs only
• Confirm core plies remain wood (not composite) to stay in 4412 rather than engineered wood headings