3.5mm Birch Core MDF from Japan
Birch-sourced medium density fiberboard panel, 3.5mm thickness, smooth surface for painting and lamination in furniture production. Falls under 4411.12.90.90 as other MDF ≤5mm, excluding common softwoods. Density meets 0.65-0.80 g/cm³ standard.
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
• Provide species origin documentation; birch not considered 'common softwood' per HTS notes
• Test for urea-formaldehyde emissions; non-compliant panels subject to Lacey Act declarations
• Separate from HDF (high density) by density specs in entry docs to avoid 4411.19 reclassification