Russian Birch S4S Lumber Boards from China
Surfaced four sides (S4S) boards from Russian Betula pubescens, thickness exceeding 6mm, for millwork and trim applications. Falls under HTS 4407.96.0013 as sawn/planed non-coniferous hardwood of specified birch. High strength-to-weight ratio suits decorative uses.
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
• Specify S4S processing in entry docs but confirm not profiled to stay in 4407; kiln-drying certificates required for ISPM 15 compliance; watch for thickness variation leading to under/over declarations