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2.5mm Paulownia Ultra-Thin MDF from Japan

Ultra-light paulownia fiber MDF sheet, 2.5mm thick, density 600 kg/m³ for aircraft interiors and packaging. 4411.12.90.90 classification for thin MDF other types. Low weight woody material per Chapter notes.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Low density requires density verification vs lightweight particleboard

Fire ratings may be needed for aviation/transport applications

Declare as fiberboard despite low weight; not Chapter 48 paper