Sapele Mahogany Plywood

High-end decorative plywood with genuine sapele mahogany tropical outer veneers over poplar core, finished for interior paneling. Classified in HTS 4412.91.51.15 for other plywood with tropical wood outer ply. Popular in architectural millwork and high-end furniture.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4412.99Lower: 10% vs 35%

If no outer plies qualify as true tropical hardwood species

Plywood with non-tropical or unspecified outer faces falls into other laminated wood category.

4411.14Lower: 13.9% vs 35%

If density exceeds 0.8 g/cm³ making it medium density fiberboard faced with tropical wood

Engineered density boards with tropical facing classify under Chapter 44 fiberboard headings.

7008.00.00Higher: 38.9% vs 35%

If multiple glass sheets laminated with tropical wood core

Glass and wood composite panels shift to Chapter 70 multiple glazing classification.

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Import Tips & Compliance

File electronic Lacey Act declarations 24 hours prior for all tropical hardwood plywood imports

Certify glue line strength meets ANSI/HPVA standards to validate as structural plywood

Watch for misclassification as Chapter 44 veneer if outer ply thickness exceeds 6mm

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Nyatoh Plywood for Furniture

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