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Walnut Faced Utility Plywood from Japan

Utility-grade plywood featuring a nonconiferous walnut outer ply laminated with thinner wood sheets (all ≤6 mm), excluding bamboo. Meets HTS 4412.34.5700 criteria for other such plywood. Suitable for shop fittings and general construction.

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

• Document moisture content (<12%) to prevent mold claims at entry; use heat-treated pallets for shipping

• Avoid mixing with tropical species that trigger higher scrutiny