Birch Exterior Plywood Panel

Water-resistant plywood with birch face and back veneers (nonconiferous), phenolic resin bonding, and softwood core, sized 5x10 feet. Falls under HTS 4412.92.4210 as 'other' plywood with nonconiferous outer ply, sanded but not further manufactured. Ideal for outdoor furniture and siding applications.

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.

4412.92Same rate: 43%

If containing over 6mm per ply

Thicker individual veneers qualify for the specific thickness subheading.

4408.90.01Lower: 35% vs 43%

If imported as unsanded sheets

Not sanded or finger-jointed veneer sheets classify under heading 4408.

4412.10Lower: 10% vs 43%

If bamboo outer plies used

Bamboo, per Chapter Note 2, treated as wood but may route to specific bamboo plywood provisions.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Declare bond type (e.g

phenolic) and provide test data confirming weather resistance if marketed as exterior

Ensure accurate thickness measurement; panels over 6mm per ply risk reclassification

Label with country of manufacture and species to prevent disputes over nonconiferous status

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Poplar Plywood Sheet 4x8

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Okoume Marine Grade Plywood

BS1088 standard marine plywood with okoume (nonconiferous tropical hardwood) face veneers, waterproof glue, and meranti core, typically 4mm-25mm thick. HTS 4412.92.4210 applies to this sanded plywood not specially designed for flooring or ceiling. Used in boat building and humid environments.

Alder Cabinet Plywood 1/2-inch

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Mixed Hardwood Utility Plywood

Industrial-grade plywood with rotating nonconiferous hardwoods (maple, cherry, etc.) as outer plies, utility core, 18mm thickness. HTS 4412.92.4210 for sanded plywood not otherwise specified. Suitable for shelving, subflooring, and pallets.

Eucalyptus Face Plywood Panel

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Mahogany Utility Plywood 3/4-inch

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