Pitch Pine Virginia Pine Touch-Sanded Plywood from Japan
Laminated wood plywood featuring pitch pine (Pinus rigida) and Virginia pine (Pinus virginiana) as outer plies, rough or touch sanded solely for dimensioning. Consists entirely of ≤6mm wood sheets, coniferous throughout. Fits 4412.39.40.31 criteria for specified southern pines minimally processed.
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
• Species verification essential - provide harvest logs showing Pinus rigida/virginiana sourcing
• Ensure no further surfacing beyond touch sanding for sizing
• Segregate from non-southern pine coniferous plywood during customs exam