Birch Exterior Plywood Panel from Japan
Structural plywood panel with nonconiferous birch outer plies, designed for exterior applications but without surface covering. The natural birch grain is exposed, meeting the 'not surface-covered' criterion. Falls under HTS 4412.92.31.60 for other plywood with nonconiferous outer ply.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include glue line certification confirming phenolic resin for exterior use without misclassification
• Document species origin for birch outer plies to confirm nonconiferous status
• Avoid common pitfall of shipping with temporary protective film that could be seen as surface covering