Okoume Face Marine Grade Plywood from Japan
Marine-grade plywood featuring okoume (nonconiferous) outer ply over waterproof-glued core plies, each ≤6mm thick, for boat building. Not surface-covered, preserving natural wood appearance. Classified in 4412.34.32.75 as other nonconiferous outer ply plywood without obscuring coverings.
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
• Certify glue type (e.g
• WBP) and ply thickness in commercial invoice; comply with TSCA formaldehyde rules
• Check for CITES if okoume sourcing involves restricted areas
• Pitfall: phenolic resin impregnation mistaken for surface covering