Birch Exterior Plywood Sheathing 5/8 Inch from Japan
5/8 inch plywood sheathing with birch face ply (Betula spp.), not surface covered, for structural applications. Meets 4412.52.1030 as laminboard with nonconiferous outer ply and transparent or no covering preserving markings. Crossbanded construction for strength.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide shear strength test reports for construction-grade verification; confirm moisture content below 12% to avoid rot claims; separate from OSB which uses different wood fiber processes