Douglas Fir Touch-Sanded Sheathing Plywood

Structural sheathing plywood featuring Douglas fir on at least one outer face, layered from thin wood sheets (each ≤6mm), both outer plies coniferous, touch sanded solely for dimension control. No additional finishing, painting, or covering that hides the natural wood grain, matching HTS 4412.39.40.11 criteria precisely.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8%+35.0%43%
🇲🇽Mexico8%+10.0%18%
🇨🇦Canada8%+10.0%18%
🇩🇪Germany8%+10.0%18%
🇯🇵Japan8%+10.0%18%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4412.39.40.19Same rate: 43%

If without Douglas fir outer ply but other coniferous

Douglas fir-specific subheading excludes other conifers, which classify under the basket provision 4412.39.4019.

4418Lower: 13.2% vs 43%

If surface-covered with opaque laminate or veneer

Surface-covered plywood shifts to heading 4418 if covering obscures grain, regardless of base wood type.

4410.90.00.00Lower: 35% vs 43%

If individual plies sold separately, not laminated

Unlaminated wood plies or particleboard classify under 4410, not plywood heading 4412.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include photos and measurements proving touch sanding is minimal for sizing only, preventing misclassification as further manufactured

Ensure Customs declaration specifies 'rough or touch sanded for sizing' and references Douglas fir botanical name for accurate duty assessment

Check for formaldehyde emission compliance (EPA TSCA Title VI) with test reports, as required for composite wood panels

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Douglas Fir Rough Plywood Panel 4x8 ft

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Douglas Fir Exterior Rough Plywood Siding

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Douglas Fir Structural Rough Plywood 3/4 Inch

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Douglas Fir Underlayment Rough Plywood Sheets

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Douglas Fir CDX Rough Plywood for Framing

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