Oak-Faced Blockboard Panel

Blockboard panel consisting of a core of softwood strips glued together, with at least one outer ply of nonconiferous oak wood veneer. Classified under HTS 4412.52.5100 as blockboard with nonconiferous outer ply, distinct from standard plywood due to its solid lumber core construction. Used primarily for furniture and cabinetry applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4412.31Lower: 18% vs 35%

If classified as laminboard rather than blockboard

Laminboard uses thin wood laminations in core vs blockboard's solid strips, shifting to different subheading within same heading.

4412Same rate: 35%

If outer plies are both coniferous

Classification moves to coniferous outer ply category when no nonconiferous outer face is present.

4418Lower: 13.2% vs 35%

If heavily modified with non-wood surface treatments

Beadings and moldings with added profiles or coatings may fall under assembled wooden articles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the outer ply is nonconiferous wood like oak via lab testing if disputed; ensure documentation specifies blockboard construction vs plywood; common pitfall is misclassifying as general plywood under 4412.29

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