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Hem-Fir Structural Plywood

Engineered plywood from mixed hemlock-fir stands, all wood plies ≤6mm with coniferous outer plies per 4407.14 definition. Surface natural or transparent sealed. Perfect match for HTS 4412.39.40 specifications.

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%

More Specific Codes

This product may fall under a more specific subheading:

4412.39.40.11Rough, or touch sanded for sizing purposes, but not further processed
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4412.39.40.12Fully sanded on at least one face, but not further processed
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4412.39.40.19Other
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4412.39.40.31Rough, or touch sanded for sizing purposes, but not further processed
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4412.39.40.32Fully sanded on at least one face, but not further processed
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4412.39.40.39Other
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4412.39.40.51Rough, or touch sanded for sizing purposes, but not further processed
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4412.39.40.52Fully sanded on at least one face, but not further processed
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4412.39.40.59Other
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4412.39.40.61Rough, or touch sanded for sizing purposes, but not further processed
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4412.39.40.62Fully sanded on at least one face, but not further processed
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4412.39.40.69Other
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Alternative Classifications

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

4412Same rate: 43%

If at least one outer ply other than coniferous

Presence of non-coniferous outer ply changes primary classification.

4418Lower: 13.2% vs 43%

If pre-cut for coniferous door frames

Specific joinery purpose and cutting moves to assembled joinery panels.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Mixed species stands qualify under Hem-fir definition; provide harvest origin docs

• Confirm moisture content <19% for structural plywood import standards

• Don't overlook ISPM-15 treatment marking requirements for wood packaging

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