Finger-Jointed Birch Veneer for Furniture from China
Finger-jointed birch (Betula spp.) veneer sheets ≤6mm, sliced and spliced for furniture panel overlay, providing continuous grain pattern. HTS 4408.90.0110 classification for end-jointed birch veneering sheets. Popular for flat-pack furniture components.
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
• Document finger-jointing process meets end-jointing definition to qualify for this specific subheading
• Package flat in moisture-proof wrapping; birch veneer easily delaminates in humid conditions
• Include grading certificates (A/B grade typical) for quality assurance claims