Kapur Plywood for Furniture from Japan
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.
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
• 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