Of birch (Betula spp.), other
Wood in the rough, whether or not stripped of bark or sap- wood, or roughly squared: > Other: > Of birch (Betula spp.), other
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Products classified under HTS 4403.96.01
Rough Birch Lumber for Furniture
Unplaned birch wood (Betula spp.) logs that have been roughly squared but not further processed, sourced from sustainable forests. This falls under HTS 4403.96.01 as 'other' birch wood in the rough, not stripped to sapwood or kiln-dried. Commonly used as raw material for high-end furniture manufacturing.
Birch Firewood Logs Untreated
Rough-cut birch (Betula spp.) logs suitable for firewood, with bark partially removed and roughly squared ends. Classified under HTS 4403.96.01 as other birch wood in the rough, intended for burning rather than construction. Popular for campfires and home heating in rural areas.
Rough Birch Blocks for Turning
Birch (Betula spp.) wood blocks roughly squared for lathe turning into bowls or tool handles, with natural grain intact. HTS 4403.96.01 applies to this unprocessed 'other' birch in the rough state before machining. Ideal for artisan woodworking projects.
Unprocessed Birch Cants for Veneer
Roughly squared birch (Betula spp.) cants prepared as flitches for later slicing into thin veneers. Falls under HTS 4403.96.01 as other birch wood in the rough, prior to any peeling or drying. Used in plywood and panel production industries.
Birch Rough Timber for Flooring
Rough sawn birch (Betula spp.) timber beams squared for eventual flooring planks, retaining bark traces. HTS 4403.96.01 covers this as other unprocessed birch wood in the rough. Sourced for premium hardwood flooring manufacturers.
Raw Birch Logs for Craft Blanks
Short, roughly squared birch (Betula spp.) logs for carving into craft items like walking sticks. Classified HTS 4403.96.01 as other birch in the rough, unstripped of minor sapwood. Favored by woodcraft hobbyists.
Rough Birch for Cabinetry Stock
Birch (Betula spp.) rough-cut stock for kitchen cabinets, squared but retaining natural contours. HTS 4403.96.01 for other unprocessed birch wood before kiln drying or planing. Essential for custom cabinet makers.
Unstripped Birch Rounds
Birch (Betula spp.) rounds roughly squared from small diameter logs, with partial bark for rustic applications. Fits HTS 4403.96.01 as other birch wood in the rough, not fully stripped. Used in log cabin construction accents.
Birch Rough Slabs for Resawing
Thick birch (Betula spp.) slabs roughly squared for resawing into boards. HTS 4403.96.01 applies to these other unprocessed birch pieces before edging. Common in secondary timber processing yards.