APA Rated OSB Roof Sheathing from Japan
Performance-rated OSB panels certified by APA for roof sheathing applications, featuring cross-oriented strand layers for superior strength. Bonded with phenolic resins for moisture resistance. Falls squarely under HTS 4410.12.00 as standard OSB production.
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
• Retain APA certification stamps visible on panels or provide certification documents, as customs may verify structural claims
• Document exposure rating (Exposure 1 or Exterior) with supporting test data to distinguish from interior-grade boards
• Avoid common pitfall of declaring as 'plywood' - emphasize strand construction in entry documentation