Cherry Wood Outer Plywood Sheet from Japan
High-quality plywood with cherry (nonconiferous) outer ply over softwood or hardwood cores, each layer ≤6 mm thick, no bamboo. Classified in HTS 4412.34.5700 for other plywood with nonconiferous outer faces not elsewhere specified. Used in premium flooring underlayment and decorative applications.
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
• Provide detailed cross-section diagrams showing ply count and outer species; ensure CITES compliance if any ply nears restricted species thresholds
• Pitfall: classifying as 'veneered panels' if outer ply too thin—must meet plywood definitions