Meranti Back Birch Top Plywood for Shelving from Japan
12mm plywood panel with birch (Betula spp.) top face ply and dark red meranti tropical hardwood backing ply, ideal for retail shelving units. Grain and texture visible through optional clear lacquer only. Fits HTS 4412.91.1040 criteria for other birch-faced tropical plywood not obscuring surface features.
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
• Declare exact tropical species (e.g
• Shorea spp. for meranti) to prevent reclassification or penalties
• Use ISPM-15 compliant packaging for plywood to avoid fumigation delays at port
• Confirm thickness under 6mm threshold not applicable; this is standard plywood gauge