Rough Birch Blocks for Turning from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%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
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)
Import Tips
• Provide end-use statements specifying lathe blanks to justify rough wood classification
• Inspect for square cuts only; any surfacing moves to planed lumber HTS 4408
• Source CITES-free documentation as birch is unregulated but verify regional restrictions