Mahogany Face Baltic Birch Plywood from Japan
Baltic birch core plywood (Betula spp.) topped with Khaya mahogany face veneer ply, all plies ≤6mm, finished with clear conversion varnish. Used for fine furniture and millwork. Classified 4412.34.32.55 for the mahogany face on otherwise nonconiferous plywood construction.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
18%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Baltic birch cores common but mahogany face determines tariff—document both materials accurately
• Test surface covering transparency; must show mahogany grain or risks 4412.39 classification
• Include production records showing plywood assembly from ≤6mm wood sheets exclusively