Western Hemlock Laminboard from Japan
Laminboard panels featuring Western hemlock core laminations with coniferous hemlock outer plies, standard 19mm thickness. Classified HTS 4412.59.95.00 for other laminboard with coniferous faces, used in interior joinery. Meets subheading definition for blockboard-style construction.
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
• Species identification via ASTM D1666 testing if mixed woods suspected; ensure no metal fasteners embedded to avoid Chapter 82 tool exclusions; declare glue emission class (E1/E0) on commercial invoice