Ash Wood Plywood Panel from Japan
Utility plywood with ash (nonconiferous) outer plies on mixed core, all sheets ≤6mm thick, transparent coating only. HTS 4412.34.32 for other plywood used in flooring underlayment where ash grain remains visible.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Declare panel density accurately; lightweight cores affect strength grading
• Transparent UV inhibitors allowed but must not alter grain appearance per note
• Mark panels with country of manufacture per CBP marking rules