APA Rated Sturd-I-Floor OSB Panels from Japan
APA trademarked Sturd-I-Floor OSB panels, sanded, 23/32-inch thick with tongue-and-groove edges for combination subfloor/underlayment. Classified in HTS 4410.12.0010 as oriented strand board of wood, unworked beyond sanding despite edge profiling. Meets stringent performance standards for joist spacing.
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
• Submit APA certification reports verifying span ratings and structural integrity
• Declare T&G edges as standard OSB feature, not further machining
• Monitor for Chinese manufacturing origin scrutiny on formaldehyde emissions