Large Birch Timber Blocks from China
Roughly squared birch wood blocks from Betula spp., each with smallest cross-section 15 cm or greater, suitable for furniture lumber. Classified in HTS 4403.95.01 due to rough state and birch species with specified large dimensions.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Ensure rough squaring doesn't exceed tolerances that would classify as 'sawn' under Chapter 44 notes
• Provide origin certificates to distinguish from smaller dimension birch under 4403.95.00
• Comply with fumigation rules for rough wood to prevent pest introduction