Okoume Core Birch Face Plywood Sheet from Japan
Standard 18mm okoume plywood with premium birch veneer face ply from Betula spp., designed for cabinetry and furniture. At least one outer ply uses tropical okoume wood; no surface covering or only clear UV-resistant coating preserving birch markings. Meets 4412.91.1040 as other not surface-covered plywood with specified plies.
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
• Include detailed layer diagram showing birch face and tropical outer ply positions for Customs verification
• Test for formaldehye emissions to comply with TSCA Title VI; retain lab reports for entry
• Avoid common pitfall of generic 'hardwood plywood' declarations—specify Betula spp. and tropical species