Sanded Birch Planks 1x8 from China
Sanded birch (Betula) planks 1 inch thick by 8 inches wide, sawn lengthwise, exceeding 6mm thickness. Under HTS 4407.96.0019 as 'other' birch wood, planed/sanded but not profiled. Commonly used for flooring underlayment and paneling.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Label moisture content (<19% for kiln-dried); higher levels risk rejection or 4415 classification
• Use correct ISPM 15 marking on pallets; birch imports often scrutinized for bark/stain
• Declare as 'rough sawn' if not planed—drops to earlier 4407 subheadings