Grooved MDF Ceiling Planks

4.5mm thick MDF planks featuring continuous rabbeted grooves along longitudinal edges, engineered for drop-ceiling grid systems and suspended ceiling installations in commercial buildings. Falls under HTS 4411.12.3000 as thin MDF with specified edge treatments dedicated to ceiling construction.

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.

4411.12.10.00Same rate: 35%

If not specifically dedicated for construction use

Without proof of building wall/ceiling dedication, defaults to general thin MDF.

4411.14Lower: 13.9% vs 35%

If thickness >9mm

Exceeds thin MDF thickness bands for construction-grade.

6808.00.00.00Same rate: 35%

If agglomerated with mineral binders

Non-organic binder use shifts to Chapter 68 for other articles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide architectural specs or installation guides demonstrating ceiling-specific design to justify construction dedication

Verify binder content and ligneous material composition per Chapter 44 notes to confirm fiberboard status

Watch for misclassification as laminate flooring if any decorative surface applied

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