Douglas Fir Marine Plywood Panel from Japan
A plywood panel with at least one outer ply of Douglas fir, consisting solely of wood sheets each not exceeding 6mm thick, and both outer plies coniferous. Designed for boat building and marine applications due to its water-resistant properties and strength. Classified under HTS 4412.39.5010 for its specific Douglas fir outer ply configuration.
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
• Verify species certification for Douglas fir outer ply via documentation from supplier to meet HTS 4412.39.5010 specificity
• Ensure formaldehyde emission compliance (e.g
• CARB Phase 2) with lab test reports for US market entry
• Avoid misclassification as tropical plywood by confirming no restricted species in inner plies