Underlayment Particle Board from Japan
Smooth-surfaced particle board designed for flooring underlayment, with grooves for adhesive bonding, made from softwood particles. Classifies under HTS 4410.19.00 as other wood particle board despite application-specific features. Thickness usually 19/32 inch.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include tongue-and-groove dimension specs in commercial invoice for classification confirmation
• Certify sanded surface flatness (AA grade) to meet underlayment performance standards
• Stack with separators to prevent telegraphic transfer imprints on smooth faces