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MDF Chair Rail Molding from Japan

Medium density fiberboard chair rail molding over 9mm thick, profiled to protect walls at chair-back height. Classified as standard wood molding under HTS 4411.14.90.10 due to MDF composition and basic profiling. Commonly used in traditional interior millwork.

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

• Request profiled cross-section drawings to prove molding function vs. flat sheet goods

• Composite wood products require EPA TSCA certification; keep chain-of-custody records