18mm Raw MDF Board for Furniture from Japan
Heavy-duty 18mm thick medium density fiberboard sheets, not surface covered or machined, made from wood fibers and resins. HTS 4411.14.10.00 applies due to thickness exceeding 9mm and raw unfinished state. Primary use in flat-pack furniture carcasses and wardrobe backs.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates if sourced from regions with wood pest concerns
• Label shipments clearly as 'raw MDF - not for direct retail' to avoid end-use misclassification
• Conduct pre-shipment inspections for delamination risks common in humid storage conditions