Keruing Tropical Plywood Sheet from Mexico
Laminated plywood sheet with keruing (Dipterocarpus species) as the outer ply, sourced from Southeast Asian tropical forests. The sheet remains unfinished with no surface covering to preserve the natural tropical wood markings. Classified under 4412.91.31.60 for other not surface-covered plywood featuring tropical hardwood face veneers.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
18%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain CITES documentation if keruing species approaches restricted status thresholds
• Conduct species verification testing as Customs may challenge tropical wood identification
• Label panels clearly with 'Tropical Hardwood Plywood - Not Surface Covered' for CBP inspection