MDF Tongue-and-Groove Wall Panels

Medium density fiberboard (MDF) panels exceeding 9mm thickness, featuring continuous tongue-and-groove edges on all sides, specifically designed for assembling interior walls in residential construction. Classified under HTS 4411.14.3000 due to its MDF composition, thickness, edge profiling, and dedicated building construction purpose. Excludes bamboo or other ligneous materials unless specified.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

4411.14.60.00Same rate: 35%

If not featuring continuous tongue, groove, or rabbet edges

Loses specific edge profiling requirement, falling into general 'Other' MDF >9mm category without construction dedication.

4411.12.30.00Same rate: 35%

If thickness does not exceed 9mm

Thickness threshold determines subheading; panels ≤9mm shift to lower density fiberboard classification.

4418Lower: 13.2% vs 35%

If further processed into finished panels with decorative surfaces or joinery

Advanced manufacturing like lamination or assembly moves to 'builders' joinery' rather than raw fiberboard.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide mill test certificates confirming MDF density (0.45-0.80 g/cm³) and thickness exceeding 9mm to avoid misclassification

Document continuous tongue/groove/rabbet along edges with photos or technical drawings; declare 'dedicated for building construction' explicitly

Avoid common pitfalls like formaldehyde emission labeling—ensure CARB Phase 2 or TSCA Title VI compliance for U.S. market entry