Meranti Tropical Plywood Panel from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• 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