11.5mm Melamine-Faced MDF Core from Japan
Medium density fiberboard core with thin melamine paper overlay on both faces, total 11.5mm thick, used as furniture substrate. Base MDF classification HTS 4411.14.90.90 determines heading.
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
• Melamine thickness <0.5mm doesn't change fiberboard classification
• Abrasion resistance (AC3+) claim requires test documentation