Birch Face Baltic Birch Plywood 18mm

Baltic birch plywood featuring a high-quality birch (Betula spp.) face ply and multiple birch inner plies, with a transparent protective coating that preserves the natural birch grain and texture. This product falls under HTS 4412.92.11 as it is plywood with at least one outer ply of nonconiferous birch wood, not surface-covered in a way that obscures the face ply. Ideal for cabinetry and furniture where visible birch veneer is desired.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

4412Same rate: 35%

If face ply is tropical hardwood like dark red meranti

Plywood with tropical nonconiferous face plies classifies under different 4412.29 subheadings based on specific species.

4418Lower: 13.2% vs 35%

If imported as builders' joinery like pre-made cabinet doors

Assembled or further worked into joinery products shifts to Chapter 44 heading 4418 for specific end-use items.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the face ply species certification as birch (Betula spp.) via supplier documentation to confirm HTS 4412.92.11 classification

Ensure formaldehyde emission compliance with U.S

EPA TSCA Title VI standards; include CARB Phase 2 certification

Avoid common pitfalls by confirming no opaque surface coverings that obscure grain, which could shift to other subheadings

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