Birch Face Ply Tropical Core Plywood Panel from Canada
This plywood consists of a birch (Betula spp.) face ply with core and crossband plies from tropical hardwoods like meranti, not surface-covered beyond a transparent coating that reveals the wood grain. It falls under HTS 4412.51.1050 as blockboard-style plywood with at least one outer ply of tropical wood and a birch face ply, meeting the 'other' category for non-standard dimensions. Commonly used in cabinetry where tropical core strength is needed with birch aesthetics.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain CITES permits if tropical plies include endangered species; provide mill certificates verifying birch face ply and tropical outer ply composition; ensure thickness measurements match 'other' specs to avoid reclassification to size-specific subheadings