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True Fir Underlayment Plywood from Japan

Underlayment plywood with true fir (Abies spp.) outer plies and tongue-and-groove edges for flooring installation. HTS 4412.99.91.00 covers this coniferous plywood for 'other' applications. Panels sized 4x8 feet, 1/4-inch thick.

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

• Tongue-groove machining doesn't change classification if remains flat plywood

• Panel substrate rating (PS 1-09 or PS 2-10) certification required

• Void-free core specification critical for flooring stability claims