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4.9mm Teak Effect MDF from Japan

Medium density fiberboard with printed teak wood grain finish, 4.9mm thick, for retail furniture panels. HTS 4411.12.90.90 covers other MDF ≤5mm; print doesn't change base material classification. Density 720 kg/m³ standard.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Surface print classified as fiberboard, not laminate if <0.5mm thick overlay

• Formaldehyde testing mandatory; E1/E0 ratings improve market acceptance

• Packaged for retail sale still remains material classification, not 4421