Kempas Tropical Plywood from Japan
Hardwearing plywood with striking orange-brown kempas tropical outer ply, multiple veneer layers, grain-clear coating. HTS 4412.91.31 classification for other tropical outer ply plywood without obscuring surfaces. Used for heavy-duty shelving.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
18%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Season properly before shipping to prevent cupping from humidity changes
• Declare exact tropical species to avoid grouping under generic 'mahogany'
• Test shear strength if marketed as structural for engineering approval