Mahogany Outer Layer Plywood from Japan
Plywood panels with mahogany (nonconiferous, not tropical specified in 4412.33) outer ply over multiple thin wood plies ≤6 mm, no bamboo content. Fits HTS 4412.34.5700 as other plywood category. Popular for boat building and architectural trim.
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
• Confirm mahogany species isn't CITES-listed Swietenia via botanical certification; measure all plies precisely
• Common issue: incorrect declaration of ply count affecting duty calculations