Oak-Faced Blockboard Panel from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• 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