Okoume Marine Grade Plywood

Water-resistant plywood with okoume tropical wood as the outer face and back veneers, bonded with waterproof glue. Classified under HTS 4412.91.41.00 for its tropical outer plies and plywood construction not meeting specific thickness exclusions.

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 imported as tropical veneer sheets only

Unworked or roughly squared tropical wood sheets/veneers classify under heading 4408, not assembled plywood.

4412Same rate: 43%

If with at least one non-tropical outer ply

Plywood with other wood outer plies (non-tropical) falls into 4412.32, changing the tariff structure.

4411.93.60.00Lower: 35% vs 43%

If fiberboard construction rather than veneer plywood

Medium density fiberboard (MDF) panels, even with tropical facing, classify under heading 4411.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain waterproof adhesive certification and ensure okoume species compliance with Lacey Act declarations

Label panels clearly with dimensions and wood species to prevent customs holds on tropical plywood

Test for BS 1088 marine plywood standards if marketing as 'marine grade' to support valuation claims

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