Kempas Veneered Laminboard

Laminboard featuring thin kempas tropical hardwood veneers on both outer faces over layered core, no surface treatment applied. HTS 4412.51.31.61 covers this configuration as other not surface-covered tropical plywood. Applied in architectural millwork.

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.

4408.90.01Lower: 35% vs 43%

If tropical hardwood veneer sheets only

Veneer separated from core classified under Chapter 44 veneers.

4410.11.00Lower: 35% vs 43%

If made with wood particles rather than strips

Particleboard construction excludes laminated stripboard types.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify veneer thickness vs total panel to confirm plywood status; avoid importing with edge banding that constitutes surface covering; prepare for Lacey Act declarations on tropical species

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