Underlayment Particle Board 1/4 Inch

Thin 1/4 inch particle board designed for flooring underlayment, made from wood particles compressed with waterproof resins. Falls under HTS 4410.11.00 as basic particle board of wood without special orientation. Provides smooth subfloor surface for vinyl or carpet installation.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4411.93Lower: 13.9% vs 35%

If fiberboard density 0.5-0.8 g/cm³

Medium density fiberboard (MDF) under 4411.93 if fibers rather than discrete particles used.

4410Same rate: 35%

If insufficient resin binding, crumbly texture

Unagglomerated wood waste particles classify under 4401, but lightly bound under 4410.31 if not fully board.

4412Lower: 10% vs 35%

If blocked/edge-glued for door blanks

Edge-glued wood blocks of particle board become 4412.94 for specific end uses like doors.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Test for tongue-and-groove edges; loose particles during inspection can trigger reclassification as waste

• Label with minimum thickness tolerance (±0.005") to meet flooring standards and avoid commercial value disputes

• Include VOC emission test results; California Air Resources Board Phase 2 compliance mandatory for U.S. market

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