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Hemlock Structural Plywood

Structural plywood with hemlock coniferous outer plies, each sheet ≤6mm, meeting basic sheathing standards. Under HTS 4412.39.50 as other non-specified coniferous plywood. Used in framing and subflooring.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.1%+37.5%42.6%
🇲🇽Mexico5.1%+10.0%15.1%
🇨🇦Canada5.1%+60.0%65.1%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

4412.31Lower: 20.5% vs 42.6%

If dark red meranti outer plies

Specific tropical woods like meranti have dedicated subheadings in 4412.31.

4418Lower: 15.7% vs 42.6%

If cellular/resin-impregnated plies

Impregnated or densified wood plies shift to 4418.20, excluding standard plywood.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Submit engineering specs proving structural integrity if appraised above standard utility grade

• Comply with USDA APHIS import regs for untreated wood from certain origins