Spanish Cedar Face Ply Guitar Back Panel from Japan

Plywood panel with a face ply of Spanish cedar (Cedrela spp.) used for the back of acoustic guitars. The outer ply showcases the wood's aromatic grain and texture, protected only by a clear finish that preserves its natural appearance. Classified under 4412.91.31.10 due to the tropical Spanish cedar face ply and lack of obscuring surface coverage.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

18%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify CITES Appendix II listing for Spanish cedar and obtain export permits from source countries; declare exact wood species on entry documents; inspect for proper face ply thickness to avoid reclassification