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12mm Recycled Content MDF from Japan

Medium density fiberboard containing minimum 70% post-consumer recycled wood fibers, 12mm thick, bonded with synthetic resins. Classified under HTS 4411.14.90.90 as standard MDF processing regardless of recycled origin.

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

• Recycled content claims require chain-of-custody documentation (SFI/PEFC chain of custody)

• No duty preference for recycled materials; classify by physical characteristics

• Carbon footprint declarations voluntary but recommended for ESG reporting