Phenolic Resin Coated MDF Ceiling Tile Backer from China

MDF backer boards ≤5 mm thick, tongued and grooved, coated with phenolic synthetic resins for acoustic ceiling tiles. HTS 4411.12.20.00 due to fiberboard medium density, resin impregnation, and ceiling construction purpose. Supports grid-suspended ceiling systems.

Duty Rate — China → United States

36.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

Import Tips

Submit lab reports on resin bonding extent ('in whole or part') to justify subheading

Avoid bulk packaging that suggests non-construction use; retail packs better prove dedication