White Birch Micro-Chamfer Planks from Japan
White birch (Betula papyrifera) planks with micro-chamfered and V-grooved edges for modern parquet designs, sanded surface. Classified precisely under HTS 4409.29.26.50 for birch flooring.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Retain mill production logs showing shaping sequence to substantiate 4409 classification
• Monitor inventory for uniform species mix to prevent commingling penalties
• Pre-clear Lacey Act declarations electronically via APHIS for faster release