Birch Exterior Plywood Sheathing from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
18%
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
• 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