Black Walnut Plywood for Millwork from Japan
Plywood panels with Juglans nigra (black walnut) face ply, used in architectural millwork and custom casework. Falls precisely under HTS 4412.52.31.21 for its nonconiferous walnut outer ply with no obscuring surface treatment, allowing the rich dark grain to remain visible. Core typically consists of 5-7 layers of sustainable hardwoods.
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
• Source from CITES Appendix II compliant suppliers if black walnut; include export permits in documentation
• Conduct pre-shipment inspections for delamination or voids, as CBP may reject panels not meeting commercial plywood standards