Okoume Faced Plywood Sheet from Japan
Laminated plywood sheet featuring okoume tropical hardwood on at least one outer face, bonded with phenolic resin for marine-grade durability. Falls under HTS 4412.91.51.15 as other plywood with tropical outer ply, distinct from cedar-faced or utility grades. Ideal for boat building and exterior applications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain species verification from accredited labs for okoume to confirm tropical classification and avoid misdeclaration penalties
• Include formaldehyde emission test results (CARB Phase 2 compliant) as required for plywood imports into the US
• Check for binder content if any agglomeration involved, though standard plywood uses laminating adhesives