Radiata Pine Core Eucalyptus Face Plywood from China
Plywood with radiata pine inner plies and eucalyptus (nonconiferous) outer face ply, each ≤6mm, used in packaging and shelving. Bare surface exposes eucalyptus grain texture. Meets 4412.34.32.75 criteria for nonconiferous outer ply, not surface-covered plywood.
Duty Rate — China → United States
45.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Declare exact species mix to avoid disputes on coniferous vs nonconiferous; include grading certificates
• Use proper ISPM-15 stamping if for pallets
• Common issue: undervaluation based on core material ignoring face ply value