Birch End-Jointed Veneer from Japan
End-jointed birch veneer sheets ≤6 mm thick, sliced for continuous wide panels in plywood manufacturing. Sanded and spliced for seamless appearance. Classified as other in 4408.90.01.97.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Document end-jointing adhesive type (PVA vs UF) for EPA TSCA Title VI compliance
• Use heat-treated pallets to meet ISPM 15 for international wood packaging
• Batch test for formaldehyde emissions if destined for furniture fabrication