Grooved Synthetic Resin MDF Partition Board
Thin medium density fibreboard (MDF) panels, not exceeding 5 mm in thickness, with continuous groove-and-tongue edges and impregnated with phenolic resins. These boards are dedicated for use in office partition systems, and their resin treatment enhances moisture resistance and dimensional stability. They fall under tariff item 4411.12.00 as MDF of a thickness not exceeding 5 mm, with the resin impregnation not altering their essential character as fibreboard.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the thickness exceeds 5 mm but does not exceed 9 mm
MDF is classified by thickness; thicker boards fall under a different subheading.
If the thickness exceeds 9 mm
Thicker MDF boards are classified under the subheading for thickness exceeding 9 mm.
If the product is particle board rather than fibreboard
Particle board, even if resin-bonded, is classified under heading 44.10, not 44.11.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the thickness does not exceed 5 mm and that the boards are not further worked beyond grooving, tonguing, or resin impregnation, as additional processing may change classification
• Declare the resin type (e.g
• phenolic) and end-use to support the tariff classification
• Keep commercial invoices and mill certificates ready for CBSA verification of MDF density and dimensions
Related Products under Tariff item 4411.12.00
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2.5mm Acacia MDF Sheet
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3mm Poplar MDF Sheet
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4mm Eucalyptus MDF Panel
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