Pine Laminated Utility Plywood from Japan
Utility-grade plywood from pine sheets, all plies ≤6mm thick, featuring pine coniferous outer layers for general construction. HTS 4412.39.5050 applies to this 'other' category of non-bamboo wood plywood with coniferous faces. Suitable for shelving and subflooring.
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
• Confirm no binders exceed limits or it risks reclassification as agglomerated wood under 4401
• Document glue type; urea-formaldehyde must meet EPA TSCA emission standards with third-party testing
• Avoid declaring as 'furniture parts' unless pre-cut; basic sheets stay in 4412