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Ash Face Commercial Plywood from Japan

Commercial-grade plywood with ash outer ply for paint-grade applications in store fixtures and partitions. HTS 4412.92.52 applies as ash is nonconiferous wood not covered by coniferous or tropical subheadings. Smooth surface ideal for finishing.

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

• Batch-test panels for flatness and twist to meet commercial specification standards

• Declare actual thickness tolerance ranges (±1.5mm typical) for duty calculation

• Avoid mixing with radiata pine plywood in same container to prevent classification disputes