River Birch Sliced Lumber (Betula nigra) from Germany
Sliced and peeled river birch lumber exceeding 6 mm thickness from Betula nigra, sanded for decorative paneling applications. HTS 4407.96.00.11 classification reflects North American birch species and processing.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Document chain-of-custody from US/Canadian forests; avoid over-sanding that mimics veneer; prepare for APHIS inspection on live wood risks