Poplar Core MDF Sheets 2.5mm
Ultra-thin 2.5mm MDF sheets using poplar wood fibers as core material, bonded with resins for furniture painting and finishing applications. Classified in HTS 4411.12.90 as other MDF not exceeding 5mm, excluding the poplar thickness-not-exceeding-6mm provision which applies to thicker variants. Ideal for lightweight drawer bottoms and backs.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| π¨π³China | 3.9% | +35.0% | 38.9% |
| π²π½Mexico | 3.9% | +10.0% | 13.9% |
| π¨π¦Canada | 3.9% | +10.0% | 13.9% |
| π©πͺGermany | 3.9% | +10.0% | 13.9% |
| π―π΅Japan | 3.9% | +10.0% | 13.9% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If of poplar with thickness not exceeding 6mm (but this product is under 5mm)
Poplar-specific subheadings exist but require precise matching; slight spec differences default to 'other'.
If in the form of agglomerated wood briquettes rather than flat sheets
Briquettes from wood by-products classify as fuel under 4401, not manufactured boards.
If laminated with veneers or made into plywood-like panels
Addition of face veneers converts basic fiberboard to veneered panels under heading 4412.
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Import Tips & Compliance
β’ Document poplar fiber content but confirm it doesn't meet exact poplar subheading criteria; measure thickness accurately post-manufacture; prepare for potential rulings on fiber sourcing
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