Melamine Faced Particle Board Shelf Panel
A 3/4-inch thick particle board panel measuring 24x48 inches, with both surfaces covered by melamine-impregnated paper for moisture resistance and durability. Classified under HTS 4410.19.0020 because it is particle board of wood with melamine surface covering, not phenolic or other specified materials.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If surface-covered with clear or colored phenolic-impregnated paper
Phenolic-impregnated paper covering shifts classification to the specific subheading for phenolic surfaces.
If made from bamboo or other ligneous materials instead of wood
Chapter note extends 'wood' definition to bamboo, but non-wood ligneous materials fall under the 'other' subheading.
If imported as pre-cut components of assembled furniture panels
If panels are shaped and ready for furniture assembly, they may classify as builders' joinery or carpentry instead of basic boards.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify melamine impregnation via supplier certification; customs may test for paper type and coverage
• Include mill test reports showing wood particle composition and binder content under 3% for agglomerated materials
• Avoid misclassification as finished furniture by ensuring panels are imported as raw boards without assembly
Related Products under HTS 4410.19.00.20
Melamine Covered OSB Cabinet Back Panel
Oriented strand board (OSB) sheet, 1/8-inch thick, surfaced on both sides with melamine-impregnated paper for smooth finish in kitchen cabinets. Falls under HTS 4410.19.0020 as OSB is explicitly included in the heading for similar boards surface-covered with melamine paper.
White Melamine Particle Board Worktop Blank
Standard 18mm particle board slab, 60x30 inches, coated with white melamine-impregnated paper on top surface for use as unfinished kitchen worktop bases. HTS 4410.19.0020 applies to wood particle board with melamine surface covering, regardless of color.
Melamine Surfaced Waferboard Closet Shelf
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Gray Melamine OSB Subfloor Panel
Oriented strand board with gray melamine-impregnated paper overlay on walking surface for temporary subflooring in construction. HTS 4410.19.0020 covers OSB with melamine surfacing, meeting the 'similar board' criteria.
Melamine Laminated Particle Board Table Top Blank
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Textured Melamine Waferboard Wall Panel
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