Balau Tropical Marine Plywood from Mexico
Balau tropical wood-faced plywood treated for exterior use, with waterproof glue between plies. Falls under HTS 4412.51.41.00 as other plywood with tropical outer ply, suitable for boat building and decking.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
18%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Declare treatment chemicals used to confirm compliance with USDA fumigation rules
• Use ISPM-15 compliant packaging for plywood pallets to avoid quarantine
• Photographic evidence of ply composition aids in avoiding reclassification disputes