Black Walnut Veneer Plywood for Furniture from Japan
High-grade plywood with Juglans nigra (black walnut) face ply over tropical hardwood core, designed for upscale furniture fabrication. Qualifies for HTS 4412.92.31.20 as other plywood with walnut face ply, no obscuring surface covering. Exhibits rich dark grain patterns ideal for tabletops and case goods.
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
• Black walnut often requires Lacey Act declarations; maintain chain-of-custody records from harvest
• Test for formaldehyde emissions if destined for US furniture market; CARB compliance mandatory
• Avoid edge-banding before import; may reclassify as finished joinery under 4418