Agathis Plywood Interior Wall Panel from China
Plywood panel made with sheets of coniferous wood, including at least one outer ply of Agathis spp., each ply not exceeding 6 mm thick, not surface-covered or covered with transparent material that obscures grain. Classified under HTS 4412.39.4059 as other plywood with both outer plies coniferous and featuring Agathis outer ply for interior applications. Commonly used in construction for lightweight wall paneling where natural wood texture is desired.
Duty Rate — China → United States
45.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify each ply thickness ≤6mm and confirm at least one outer ply is Agathis spp. via botanical certification to avoid reclassification
• Provide mill certificates documenting wood species and coniferous outer plies; ensure no opaque surface coverings