12mm Baltic Birch MDF Panel

A medium density fiberboard (MDF) panel made from birch wood fibers, with a thickness of 12mm, not surface-covered except for minimal oil treatment to prevent moisture absorption. Classified under HTS 4411.12.60.00 as it meets the MDF definition of density between 0.45-0.80 g/cm³, thickness not exceeding 5mm in certain variants, and lacks paint, veneer, or laminate coating.

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

MDF over 5mm thick shifts to 4411.13 subheading while keeping medium density classification.

4411.92Lower: 16% vs 35%

If laminated or veneered

Surface-covered MDF (paper, foil, etc.) moves to 4411.92; oil treatment exception doesn't apply.

4412.10Lower: 10% vs 35%

If density under 0.45 g/cm³

Low density fiberboard (LDF) falls under 4412.10, differentiated by compression density specs.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Confirm MDF density (0.45-0.80 g/cm³) via lab test; provide certificate if requested by CBP

Ensure no paint, foil, or veneer exceeds 'oil treatment'; document production process

Avoid misclassification as particleboard (4411.11) by proving fiber matting and hot-pressing method