Poplar Core Birch Plywood from Japan
Structural plywood panel with thin birch outer veneer over poplar core, suitable for furniture framing and underlayment. Falls under HTS 4412.92.52 due to birch being nonconiferous (not tropical), distinguishing it from coniferous plywood categories. Offers balanced strength-to-weight ratio.
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
• Maintain chain-of-custody records tracing wood origin to comply with Lacey Act declarations
• Specify glue line strength and shear values if used for load-bearing applications
• Separate tropical and non-tropical shipments to prevent contamination of documentation