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Sanded Douglas Fir Structural Plywood from Japan

Structural plywood panels constructed from Douglas fir coniferous sheets, each ≤6mm, fully sanded on one face for construction use, with no surface covering obscuring the wood grain. Both outer plies are coniferous, and no further processing applied post-sanding. Meets exact criteria of HTS 4412.39.4062 for sanded coniferous plywood.

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

• Include structural grade certification (e.g

• APA stamp) in documentation for verification

• Avoid common pitfall of applying veneer post-import, which requires reclassification

• Declare exact ply count and thickness to customs for accurate duty assessment