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Southern Yellow Pine Exterior Plywood Sheathing

Plywood panels made with outer plies of southern yellow pine (Pinus taeda), each ply not exceeding 6mm thick, designed for structural sheathing in construction. Classified under HTS 4412.39.5030 due to at least one outer ply being specified southern pine species and both outer plies coniferous. Ideal for weather-resistant exterior applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.1%+35.0%40.1%
🇲🇽Mexico5.1%+10.0%15.1%
🇨🇦Canada5.1%+10.0%15.1%
🇩🇪Germany5.1%+10.0%15.1%
🇯🇵Japan5.1%+10.0%15.1%

Alternative Classifications

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

4412.39.50Same rate: 40.1%

If both outer plies are radiata pine

Specific subheading for radiata pine outer plies separates it from other southern pine species.

4412Same rate: 40.1%

If at least one outer ply is tropical hardwood

Shifts to non-coniferous category when hardwood species appear in outer layers.

4418Lower: 13.2% vs 40.1%

If any ply exceeds 6mm thickness

Thicker plies classify as other assembled wood panels outside the thin-sheet plywood heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify species certification for outer plies matching listed pines (e.g

Pinus taeda) via supplier documentation to avoid reclassification

Ensure formaldehyde emission compliance with EPA TSCA Title VI for plywood imported into the US

Provide mill test certificate confirming ply thickness ≤6mm and coniferous composition for both outer layers

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Shortleaf Pine Underlayment Plywood

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