Kempas Wood Laminboard Panel from Japan
Laminboard made with multiple thin softwood plies glued together, featuring outer plies of kempas tropical hardwood for decorative surfacing. Falls under HTS 4412.51.51.00 as a battenboard/laminboard variant with tropical outer ply, distinguished from standard plywood by layered construction. Ideal for wall paneling and high-end joinery.
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 CITES permits if kempas species is Appendix-listed; document glue type and VOC content for EPA compliance; measure core strip width to confirm laminboard vs plywood distinction