Birch Core Plywood with Poplar Inner Layers 10mm from Japan
10mm plywood with birch (Betula spp.) face ply over poplar core veneers, designed for cost-effective furniture flats, transparent coating only. Fits HTS 4412.52.1050 as other plywood with nonconiferous birch outer ply, grain not obscured. Balances birch aesthetics with economical inner layers.
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
• Document full ply-by-ply composition including poplar species to justify mixed wood classification
• Test for delamination resistance with boil tests if exterior use claimed
• Avoid bundling with overlaid panels to prevent mixed shipment scrutiny