4412.33.32 - Other

This HTS classification, 4412.33.32, covers "Other" plywood and similar laminated wood products that are not surface-covered or are covered with a transparent material that allows the grain, texture, or markings of the face ply to be visible. These panels consist solely of sheets of wood, excluding bamboo, where each ply does not exceed 6 mm in thickness. The defining characteristic of this category is the composition of the face ply, which must be of specific nonconiferous hardwood species.

The distinction from sibling categories lies in the specific species of nonconiferous wood used for the face ply. For example, HTS code 4412.33.06 is specifically for plywood with a face ply of birch, while 4412.33.26 designates products with a face ply of walnut. This sub-classification within the broader category of "Other plywood consisting solely of sheets of wood..." allows for more precise tariff application based on the primary decorative wood species.

Within this "Other" category, further subdivisions exist to refine the classification. One significant subcategory, 4412.33.32.25, specifically addresses wood flooring, indicating that panels intended for use as flooring are often classified separately due to their specialized construction and intended application. The remaining products within this "Other" classification are grouped together, encompassing a variety of laminated wood panels that meet the general criteria but do not fall into the more specific flooring subcategory.