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SITCSection 6
U.S. imports of plywood, veneered panels & similar laminated wood — blockboard, laminboard & battenboard (SITC 63433) totaled $3.9M in April 2026, traded with 18 countries.
Importers of Plywood, Veneered Panels & Similar Laminated Wood — Blockboard, Laminboard & Battenboard paid $610K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 16% on $3.8M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataBlockboard, laminboard, and battenboard are engineered panel constructions where a core of solid wood strips or battens is sandwiched between veneer faces — a structure that provides dimensional stability for furniture, cabinetry, and door manufacturing. Unlike standard plywood, the core elements are not thin veneers but thicker solid-wood strips, which affects both structural performance and classification. Trade professionals should confirm that the panel's core construction meets the specific definition for these product types, as misclassification against standard plywood headings is a recurring CBP audit issue.
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Blockboard has a core made of solid wood strips (typically 7–30 mm wide) glued edge-to-edge and faced with veneer plies, whereas standard plywood consists entirely of thin veneer layers. The core strip width and construction method are the key classification criteria; technical mill documentation specifying core construction should accompany the commercial invoice to support correct tariff classification.
Furniture manufacturing, interior door production, and high-end cabinetry are the primary end-use sectors. These panels are preferred where flatness, screw-holding strength, and resistance to warping are priorities, making them common in kitchen and office furniture supply chains.
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