12mm Thick MDF Sheet

Medium density fiberboard (MDF) panel measuring 6 feet by 4 feet with thickness of 12mm, made from wood fibers bonded with resins. Classified under HTS 4411.13.90.90 as MDF exceeding 5mm but not exceeding 9mm is a misnomer; this thick variant falls in 'Other' due to specific thickness criteria in the hierarchy, but actually exceeds 9mm so properly 4411.13 but detailed as other. Used for furniture and cabinetry construction.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.9%+35.0%38.9%
🇲🇽Mexico3.9%+10.0%13.9%
🇨🇦Canada3.9%+10.0%13.9%
🇩🇪Germany3.9%+10.0%13.9%
🇯🇵Japan3.9%+10.0%13.9%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4411.14.90.90Same rate: 38.9%

If thickness exceeds 9mm

MDF thicker than 9mm shifts to 4411.14 subheading while remaining medium density fiberboard.

4411.92Lower: 16% vs 38.9%

If density qualifies as low density fiberboard

Lower density (<0.45 g/cm³) changes classification from medium to other density fiberboards.

4412.10.90.00Lower: 35% vs 38.9%

If processed with surface coating or laminating

Plywood/veneered panels with fiberboard core but added surface treatments fall under Chapter 44 heading 4412.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify exact thickness measurement as classifications split at 5mm and 9mm thresholds; provide caliper certifications

Include mill test reports confirming density between 0.45-0.80 g/cm³ and resin content for Customs verification

Avoid misclassification as particleboard (4411.11) by demonstrating uniform fiber structure via samples

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