Beech Cellular Wood Panels from Japan
Lightweight panels made from beech wood with a cellular core structure, used in furniture and interior partitions for their strength-to-weight ratio. Classified under HTS 4418.92.00.00 as cellular wood panels, which feature an internal honeycomb or foam-like wood cellular structure distinct from solid or laminated panels.
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
• Verify cellular structure meets definition (honeycomb/foamed core) via cross-section samples to avoid misclassification as laminated panels
• Provide mill certificates confirming 100% wood composition (no bamboo unless declared as woody material per Chapter 44 note)
• Label species accurately (e.g
• Fagus sylvatica for beech) to comply with Lacey Act declarations for protected woods