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Kapur Plywood for Furniture

Light-colored plywood with kapur tropical hardwood outer veneer, multiple inner plies, and no opaque finish. Classified in 4412.91.31 as other not surface-covered plywood featuring tropical wood face ply. Popular for custom furniture and decorative paneling.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8%+35.0%43%
🇲🇽Mexico8%+10.0%18%
🇨🇦Canada8%+10.0%18%
🇩🇪Germany8%+10.0%18%
🇯🇵Japan8%+10.0%18%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4408.31.01.00Lower: 25% vs 43%

If outer ply is thin veneer sheets only, not laminated plywood

Separate veneer sheets classify under veneer headings before lamination.

4412Same rate: 43%

If with outer ply of temperate non-coniferous like poplar

Non-tropical outer plies move to other wood species plywood categories.

4417.00Lower: 15.1% vs 43%

If machined with profiled edges or tongue-and-groove

Chapter notes exclude tooling; machined plywood becomes worked wood.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label panels clearly with tropical species name to facilitate Customs verification

Ensure moisture content below 12% to prevent warping claims during inspection

Document lamination process to confirm not pre-fabricated joinery

Related Products under HTS 4412.91.31

Meranti Plywood Panel

Plywood consisting of at least one outer ply of meranti, a tropical hardwood, with inner layers of softer woods, not surface-covered or covered only with transparent material that reveals the grain. Classified under HTS 4412.91.31 as plywood with at least one outer ply of tropical wood, not obscured by opaque coverings. Used commonly for furniture making and interior paneling.

Keruing Tropical Hardwood Plywood

Structural plywood featuring keruing as the outer ply, a tropical species from Southeast Asia, with core layers of mixed woods and clear coating only. Falls under 4412.91.31 for uncovered or transparently coated plywood with tropical outer ply. Ideal for marine applications and cabinetry.

Balau Plywood Sheet

High-density plywood sheets with balau tropical hardwood face and back plies, preserving natural grain under transparent varnish. Meets HTS 4412.91.31 criteria for other plywood with tropical outer ply, not obscuring markings. Commonly used in flooring underlayment and boat building.

Tali Tropical Plywood Panel

Durable exterior-grade plywood with tali tropical hardwood outer ply over waterproof core, clear-sealed surface. Fits HTS 4412.91.31 for plywood with tropical outer ply, transparent covering only. Used in construction formwork and outdoor applications.

Nyatoh Plywood Sheet

Versatile plywood panels featuring nyatoh tropical wood outer ply, known for smooth grain, with light clear coat. Under HTS 4412.91.31 as other plywood, tropical outer ply not obscured. Suited for cabinet doors and millwork.

Meranti Face Plywood 4x8 Sheet

Standard 4x8 ft plywood sheets with dark red meranti tropical face ply, balanced core, transparent protective film. Precisely matches 4412.91.31 for non-covered tropical plywood. Standard size for construction and DIY projects.