Birch Plywood Panel 12mm Thickness from Japan
Standard 12mm thick plywood with exposed birch face ply (Betula spp.), ideal for interior paneling and shop fitting. Falls under 4412.52.1030 as blockboard-style laminated wood with nonconiferous birch outer ply, not surface covered to preserve natural wood markings. Multi-layer cross-grain construction ensures stability.
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
• Require supplier affidavits confirming no binders or coatings exceed transparent limits; measure thickness accurately as it affects duty brackets; avoid common pitfall of declaring as 'poplar' which is often misclassified