Birch Marine Plywood 18mm 1220x2440mm

Water-resistant plywood with birch (nonconiferous) outer plies, glued with WBP phenolic resin, not surface-covered beyond clear protective coating. Falls under HTS 4412.92.31 for plywood featuring nonconiferous face veneers without obscuring grain. Ideal for boat building and humid environments.

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.

4408.90.01Lower: 35% vs 43%

If imported as nonconiferous veneer sheets only, not laminated plywood

Single veneer sheets without lamination classify under heading 4408 for wood veneers.

4412.92Same rate: 43%

If with at least one outer ply of tropical wood

Tropical nonconiferous species like okoume move to 4412.92.90 subheading.

4411.93Lower: 13.9% vs 43%

If made from fiberboard rather than veneered plywood construction

Density fiberboard (DFB) panels classify under 4411, distinguished by manufacturing process.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include glue line test certificates proving exterior-grade bonding for marine classification claims

Label panels clearly with species origin to support nonconiferous outer ply verification by customs

Watch for common pitfall of reclassification if clear coating exceeds 'transparent material' threshold

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