Keruing Tropical Hardwood Plywood from Japan
Plywood sheets made with keruing tropical wood as the outer veneer layer, laminated with cross-grained inner plies for strength. Classified under HTS 4412.51.41.00 for 'other' plywood featuring at least one tropical wood outer ply, used in high-end cabinetry.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain species-specific origin certificates to prove tropical wood sourcing and comply with Lacey Act
• Label shipments clearly with HTS code and tropical wood declaration to speed customs clearance
• Test for formaldehyde emissions if destined for interior use to meet EPA TSCA Title VI standards