Gum Plywood Structural Panel 3/4 Inch from Japan
Structural plywood with sweetgum (nonconiferous) outer plies rated for load-bearing applications per APA standards. HTS 4412.52.4100 covers this battenboard-style plywood with nonconiferous faces. Exposed-grade for construction sheathing.
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
• Obtain APA-TE&OS trademark certification for US structural acceptance
• Include span rating and exposure durability specs in documentation
• Fumigate properly; structural panels often fail ISPM-15 compliance