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
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
• 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