4407.96.00 - Of birch (Betula spp.)

This HTS category, 4407.96.00, specifically covers wood that has been sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced, or peeled, and is over 6 mm in thickness. Crucially, this wood can be further processed, including planing, sanding, or end-jointing. The defining characteristic of this classification is that the wood originates from birch species (Betula spp.).

This classification is distinct from its siblings which are also categorized under "Other" wood sawn or chipped, etc., exceeding 6 mm in thickness. For example, 4407.91.00 pertains to oak, 4407.92.00.00 to beech, and 4407.93.00 to maple. Therefore, the exclusive use of birch species is the primary differentiator for this specific HTS code.

The subdivisions within 4407.96.00 further refine the classification based on the geographical origin of the birch wood. This includes categories for North American birch species (such as Betula alleghaniensis, Betula papyrifera, Betula lenta, and Betula nigra), European birch species (including Betula pendula and Betula pubescens, often referred to as Baltic, Russian, or Chinese birch), and a residual category for all other birch origins. This detailed breakdown allows for more precise tracking and tariff application.