Walnut Face Ply Blockboard Panel

Blockboard consisting of a core of softwood strips glued together with at least one outer face ply made from walnut (Juglans spp.) wood. This falls under HTS 4412.51.31.21 because it is blockboard with a tropical walnut face ply that is not surface-covered or only covered with transparent material preserving the wood's natural grain and texture.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8%+35.0%43%
🇲🇽Mexico8%+10.0%18%
🇨🇦Canada8%+10.0%18%
🇩🇪Germany8%+10.0%18%
🇯🇵Japan8%+10.0%18%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4412Same rate: 43%

If face ply is dark red meranti, white lauan, or similar non-walnut tropical wood

Different tropical wood species for face ply changes the specific statistical suffix within the same plywood heading.

4418.40.00Lower: 38.2% vs 43%

If sold as pre-cut components for furniture assembly

Pre-fabricated wooden panels designed specifically for furniture assembly are classified as builders' joinery rather than basic plywood.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the face ply is genuine walnut (Juglans spp.) with CITES documentation if applicable for endangered species

Provide mill certificates confirming core construction as blockboard (softwood strips) and tropical wood outer ply

Avoid misclassification by ensuring no opaque surface covering that obscures the walnut grain

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