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Ponderosa Pine Blockboard from Japan

Structural blockboard using Ponderosa pine core and face veneers, both coniferous, 28mm thickness for heavy shelving. Under HTS 4412.59.95.00 as other blockboard, valued for workability and appearance in retail fixtures. Exceeds standard plywood veneer thickness.

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

Document kiln-dried status (KD19) on invoice for duty preferences; avoid over 3% binder content to stay outside pellet definitions; grade stamp verification for structural claims