Medium Density Fiberboard 3mm Panel

A standard 3mm thick MDF panel made from wood fibers bonded with resins, measuring 4x8 feet, used for cabinet backs and drawer bottoms. It falls under HTS 4411.12.10.00 as medium density fiberboard not exceeding 5mm thickness and not mechanically worked or surface covered beyond basic production pressing.

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.

4411.13Lower: 13.9% vs 35%

If thickness exceeds 5mm but not over 9mm

MDF thickness determines subheading; panels over 5mm shift to 4411.13 regardless of surface treatment.

4401Lower: 10% vs 35%

If not agglomerated with resins into boards

Loose wood fibers or particles without bonding fall under fuel wood or wood waste in Chapter 44 headings.

4411.94.00Same rate: 35%

If density under 0.45 g/cm³

Low density fiberboard (LDF) uses different subheading based on material density specification.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify thickness does not exceed 5mm and confirm no mechanical working or surface coverings like laminates to avoid reclassification

Obtain mill certificates showing density between 0.45-0.80 g/cm³ and resin content to prove MDF classification

Declare exact dimensions and ensure formaldehyde emission levels comply with TSCA Title VI for composite wood products