Balau Tropical Hardwood Plywood from Mexico
Balau-faced plywood sheets for marine applications, outer plies tropical hardwood with clear marine varnish exposing markings. HTS 4412.91.31.70 for other uncovered tropical plywood types.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
18%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Ensure varnish formulation meets transparent non-obscuring criteria
• Provide fumigation certificates for plywood imports
• Screen balau species for any endangered listings