4412.31.52 - Other

This HTS classification, 4412.31.52, pertains to "Other" plywood and similar laminated wood products that meet specific criteria. These are primarily composed of sheets of wood, excluding bamboo, where each individual ply does not exceed 6 millimeters in thickness. Crucially, these panels must have at least one outer ply made from tropical wood and are not surface-covered, or if covered, the material is clear and does not obscure the grain, texture, or markings of the face ply. This category acts as a residual for such plywood that doesn't fit into more specific sub-classifications based on the type of tropical wood or further treatments.

The distinction of 4412.31.52 from its sibling category lies in the specification of the tropical wood. While the sibling category explicitly names certain tropical woods like Dark Red Meranti, Light Red Meranti, and Mahogany, this "Other" category encompasses plywood with any tropical wood outer ply that is not listed in the more specific sibling classification. The common thread for both is the absence of opaque surface coverings that would hide the natural features of the face ply.

Within this category, further subdivisions exist to refine the classification. These include a specific classification for "Wood flooring" (4412.31.52.25), indicating that if the plywood is manufactured for the purpose of being laid as a floor, it will be classified under that specific subheading. Any other plywood meeting the general criteria but not specifically designed as flooring will fall under the remaining "Other" subcategory, thereby ensuring a detailed and precise classification for a wide range of laminated wood products.