LACEY Act

Nov. 13, 2019: LACEY Act

NAMM continues to monitor developments with regard to the Lacey Act, which, among other things, bans the sale of music instruments and other wood products containing illegally harvested wood. The Act also requires some importers to file a declaration form (PPQ 505) specifying the wood content of products brought into the U.S. The Agriculture Department is currently working on proposed regulations to provide guidance for the treatment of products containing composite wood (e.g., plywood). The Department is also considering expanding the list of products subject to the import declaration form filing; the current list is limited to pianos and other string instruments (HTS Codes 9201 and 9202). Learn more.  

NAMM members are encouraged to check back often for updates; this topic will also be reviewed at NAMM Show policy session on January 16, 2020 at 10 a.m. at the Member Center.