Marine Birch Plywood for Boat Building from China
Water-resistant plywood with birch face ply (Betula spp.), tropical outer ply like obeche, and waterproof glue, plies ≤6mm, unsurfaced for epoxy bonding in boat hulls. HTS 4412.31.06 due to birch face and tropical wood integration.
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
• Specify BS1088 marine grade standards in documentation for customs valuation
• Test for moisture content; high humidity can affect duty weight calculations
• Ensure tropical wood declarations comply with Lacey Act reporting