MDF Wall Paneling Tongue-and-Groove 8mm from China

Medium density fiberboard (MDF) panels measuring 8mm thick with continuous tongue-and-groove edges on all sides, specifically designed for interior wall construction in residential buildings. Classified under HTS 4411.13.30.00 as MDF exceeding 5mm but not over 9mm thickness, tongued/grooved/rabbetted along edges, and dedicated for building walls or ceilings. The 'other' subheading applies as it meets all structural criteria without further specification.

Duty Rate — China → United States

35%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

Import Tips

Verify formaldehyde emission compliance with EPA TSCA Title VI standards; provide CARB Phase 2 certification documentation

Ensure panels are marked with country of origin and thickness; common pitfall is misclassifying as laminate flooring

Confirm continuous edge profiling meets 'tongued, grooved or rabbetted' definition via photos or samples for CBP review