Keruing Tropical Hardwood Plywood from Japan
Structural plywood panels featuring keruing (Dipterocarpus) tropical hardwood as the outer plies, used in furniture and construction. Meets HTS 4412.91.41.00 criteria for 'other' plywood with tropical wood outer faces.
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
• Include detailed species identification and harvest documentation due to Dipterocarp restrictions in some regions
• Ensure compliance with CARB Phase 2 emission standards with proper lab testing reports
• Declare exact ply count and core material to distinguish from blockboard or laminboard alternatives