Oak Outer Ply Blockboard from Japan
Blockboard consisting of a core of softwood strips with at least one outer ply of nonconiferous oak wood, not surface-covered to preserve natural grain visibility. Classified under HTS 4412.52.31.61 as blockboard with nonconiferous outer ply, not surface-covered or covered only transparently. Used primarily for furniture framing and cabinetry construction.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
18%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify core construction meets blockboard definition (softwood strips between face/back veneers); obtain mill certificates confirming nonconiferous outer ply species; ensure no opaque surface coverings to avoid reclassification