Laminboard with Birch Face for Furniture Frames from Japan
Laminboard with birch face ply (Betula spp.) and layered core construction, at least one tropical outer ply, grain-visible without opaque covering. Fits HTS 4412.51.10 as battenboard/laminboard variant with specified birch face and tropical elements. Used in furniture framing for strength and aesthetic appeal.
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
• Obtain mill certificates confirming birch species and tropical ply content; ensure no binders exceed specs that mimic agglomerated wood; check for battenboard vs laminboard construction differences