Okoume Face Marine Grade Plywood from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
18%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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