Kapur Face Veneer Plywood from Japan
Premium plywood panels using kapur (Dryobalanops) tropical wood face veneers over hardwood core for interior paneling. Fits HTS 4412.91.41.00 as tropical outer ply plywood.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Species verification critical; misidentified tropical woods lead to penalties under Lacey Act
• UV resistance claims require substantiation for higher valuations
• Avoid retail packaging; bulk pallets keep classification in Chapter 44