Birch Topped Lauan Plywood 1/2 Inch from Japan
1/2-inch plywood featuring birch (Betula spp.) top ply over lauan tropical hardwood, with light transparent sealer. HTS 4412.91.10 due to birch face, tropical outer ply, and non-obscuring finish exposing texture. Popular for shelving and partitioning.
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
• Source lauan sustainably with FSC certs; declare exact thickness; watch for knot restrictions in face ply