Baltic Birch Plywood Core Sheets from Germany
Sawn and planed birch lumber from European Betula pendula and Betula pubescens species, sliced to thicknesses exceeding 6 mm, primarily used as core material in plywood manufacturing. This falls under HTS 4407.96.0013 due to its specific birch species origin and sawn/planed processing without further assembly. Known for uniform grain and stability in industrial applications.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify species certification via FSC or PEFC labels to confirm European birch origin; ensure thickness measurements exceed 6mm with precise documentation; avoid misclassification as finished plywood under 4412