Keruing Tropical Plywood from Mexico
Structural plywood with keruing tropical hardwood outer plies, cross-banded with eucalyptus core for enhanced stability. HTS 4412.91.51.15 applies to this other category plywood featuring tropical plies excluding cedar varieties. Used in flooring underlayment and packaging.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Declare exact tropical species (keruing) on entry documents to match HTS criteria and prevent random inspections
• Ensure panels meet minimum veneer thickness requirements for true plywood classification versus veneer panels
• Avoid common pitfall of declaring as 'mixed tropical' without specifics, which can trigger valuation disputes