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Birch Plywood Hardwood Flooring Sheets from Japan

Laminated plywood sheets for hardwood flooring, made from wood plies ≤6mm each, with birch (Betula spp.) as the outer nonconiferous ply. Unsurface-covered to showcase birch's natural texture and markings, precisely matching HTS 4412.33.32.25 for wood flooring plywood.

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

• Use CITES documentation if any ply species are restricted (e.g

• certain oak); declare accurately to avoid delays

• Label as 'plywood for flooring' not 'finished floor' to prevent shift to higher-duty 4418 categories

• Test for moisture content (<12%) as flooring standard; high moisture risks warping claims at entry