Meranti Plywood Panel from Japan
Plywood consisting of multiple thin layers glued together with at least one outer ply made from meranti, a tropical hardwood species. This panel is not surface-covered, allowing the natural grain and texture of the tropical face ply to remain visible. It falls under HTS 4412.91.31.60 as other plywood with a tropical wood outer ply, not surface-covered.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify the outer ply species certification as tropical wood like meranti to confirm classification under 4412.91.31.60
• Ensure formaldehyde emission compliance with EPA TSCA Title VI for plywood imports
• Provide mill test certificate documenting glue type and tropical wood origin to avoid reclassification