Walnut Decorative Plywood Panels from Japan
Premium 5x10 foot plywood panels featuring book-matched walnut veneers on both faces, untreated surface preserving the rich walnut figuring. Classified HTS 4412.92.31.70 as other plywood with nonconiferous outer ply, no obscuring coverings. Used for architectural wall paneling and high-end furniture.
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
• High-value panels need detailed grading certificates (FAS grade typical for walnut)
• Customs may require destructive testing to verify veneer authenticity vs stained softwood
• Declare square footage accurately; large oversize panels affect freight and duty calculations