Meranti Tropical Plywood Panel

A plywood panel consisting of multiple thin layers of meranti tropical hardwood glued together, with at least one outer ply made from tropical wood. This product falls under HTS 4412.51.41.00 as it is classified as 'other' plywood with at least one outer ply of tropical wood, distinguishing it from standard softwood plywood.

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.

4412.31Lower: 18% vs 43%

If at least one outer ply is dark red meranti or white lauan

Specific tropical species like dark red meranti have dedicated subheadings within the same plywood category.

4412Same rate: 43%

If outer plies are other non-tropical woods like birch or poplar

Plywood shifts to non-tropical wood subheadings if no tropical species form the outer ply.

4418.40.00Lower: 38.2% vs 43%

If sold as pre-assembled cabinets or furniture components

Assembled wooden furniture or parts are classified under Chapter 44 heading for finished goods rather than raw panels.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify CITES documentation if the tropical wood species is listed; non-compliance can lead to seizure

Provide detailed mill certificates showing outer ply composition to confirm tropical wood content

Avoid misclassification as non-tropical plywood by ensuring accurate species identification on invoices

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