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MDF Flat Stock Molding Trim from Japan

Flat sawn medium density fiberboard molding stock for custom profiling, thickness 23/32 inch. Falls under HTS 4411.13.90.10 as other standard MDF wood molding. Used by millwork shops for bespoke trim production.

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

• Mark as 'rough sawn molding stock' not 'panels' to avoid 4411.13.20 panel classification

• Fumigation certificate often required for wood packaging; ISPM-15 compliant

• Color variation tolerance specs prevent quality disputes at entry