Birch Exterior Plywood Sheathing

Structural plywood panels with birch (nonconiferous) face and back veneers, designed for exterior sheathing applications but without obscuring surface treatments. Meets HTS 4412.92.31.70 criteria for other plywood with nonconiferous outer ply, no grain-obscuring coverings. Used in construction framing and siding underlayment.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8%+35.0%43%
🇲🇽Mexico8%+10.0%18%
🇨🇦Canada8%+10.0%18%
🇩🇪Germany8%+10.0%18%
🇯🇵Japan8%+10.0%18%

Alternative Classifications

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

4412Same rate: 43%

If containing at least one layer of tropical wood ply

Tropical species in any ply shift to 4412.12 regardless of outer ply type.

4412.92Same rate: 43%

If consisting only of sheets of bamboo

Bamboo-specific plywood has dedicated subheading 4412.92.41 per chapter notes.

4411.14Lower: 13.9% vs 43%

If density exceeds 0.8 g/cm³ qualifying as medium density fiberboard

High-density sheet materials classify under heading 4411, not plywood.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include mill test reports certifying structural strength ratings (e.g

APA-rated sheathing)

Label panels clearly showing face ply species to prevent reclassification during customs exam

Check for bond quality; delamination issues common in humid transit can trigger rejections

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