Aspen Core Birch Plywood 15/32 Inch from Japan
15/32-inch plywood with birch outer ply over aspen core, commonly used in subflooring and sheathing, where veneers are glued with alternating grain directions. HTS 4412.52.31 applies to this 'other' plywood with nonconiferous outer ply, surfaced only transparently if at all.
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
• Ensure APA or equivalent grading stamps for structural use claims; document glue line shear strength for liability; avoid bundling with hardware to prevent set classification