Douglas Fir Underlayment Rough Plywood Sheets from China
Plywood sheets for flooring underlayment with at least one Douglas fir outer ply, solely wood sheets ≤6mm thick, coniferous outer plies, touch sanded for sizing purposes only and free of obscuring coverings. Precisely classified under HTS 4412.39.40.11 for its material and processing.
Duty Rate — China → United States
45.5%
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
• Use invoices specifying ply count, thickness per ply (<6mm), and Douglas fir species to support classification
• Test for moisture content; excessive drying could be seen as further processing—keep under 19%
• Bundle with TSCA certification for composite panels to avoid holds at port