Birch Marine Plywood 18mm 1220x2440mm from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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