Birch Face Ply Tropical Core Plywood Panel from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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