Underlayment Particle Board 1/4 Inch from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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