Interlocking MDF Wainscot Panels
MDF wall panels, 3.9 mm in thickness, with tongue-and-groove interlocking edges throughout, for wainscoting applications in building interiors. These panels offer a smooth, paintable surface and are designed for easy installation. They are classified under tariff item 4411.12.00 as MDF of a thickness not exceeding 5 mm, as the interlocking edges are a form of edge profiling that does not alter their fibreboard classification.
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
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
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
Thickness determines the MDF subheading.
If the panels are laminated with wood veneers
Laminated wood panels are classified under heading 44.12.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the panels are not pre-finished with veneer or laminate, which may reclassify them
• Provide technical data on MDF composition and resin content
• Ensure the panels are not cut to specific wainscot heights, as that may constitute further manufacture
Related Products under Tariff item 4411.12.00
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2.5mm Acacia MDF Sheet
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3mm MDF Speaker Baffle Boards
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3mm Poplar MDF Sheet
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4mm Eucalyptus MDF Panel
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5mm Pine MDF Board
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