Birch Sawn Flitches in Rough Form

Rough birch flitches (Betula spp.) with minimum 15 cm cross-section, minimally squared for log stability during transport. HTS 4403.95.01 applies as these are wood in the rough, not yet finely sawn or planed.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4407.91.00Same rate: 35%

If coniferous and sawn to thickness over 6mm

Chapter notes distinguish coniferous sawn wood; birch is nonconiferous but processing matters.

4403.12.00Same rate: 35%

If of pine (Pinus spp.) instead of birch

Species-specific coniferous rough wood heads like 4403.12 apply to pine.

4418.40.00Higher: 38.2% vs 35%

If reconstructed into cellular wood panels

Agglomerated or molded birch becomes reconstructed wood under 4418.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document rough state with photos/measurements to avoid reclassification as sawn timber

Check for bark/sapwood removal compliance per HTS heading description

Use heat-treated markings for ISPM 15 to facilitate customs clearance