River Birch Sliced Lumber (Betula nigra) from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document chain-of-custody from US/Canadian forests; avoid over-sanding that mimics veneer; prepare for APHIS inspection on live wood risks