Baltic Birch Plywood BB/BB Grade 1/2 Inch from Japan
All-birch plywood (nonconiferous) with consistent BB/BB grade veneers throughout, no opaque surface treatment. HTS 4412.92.31 covers this 'other' category plywood with nonconiferous outer plies and visible grain. Favored by cabinetmakers for stability.
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
• Provide full panel layup specifications showing all-birch construction for premium pricing justification
• Ensure Baltic region origin certification to leverage potential trade agreement duty reductions