14mm Lauan MDF Sheet from Japan
Medium density fiberboard manufactured from lauan (Philippine mahogany) tropical hardwood fibers, 14mm thick sheets. Classified HTS 4411.14.90.90 as standard MDF >9mm from ligneous materials.
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
• Lacey Act declaration mandatory for tropical species; include due care statement
• ITCO species verification needed for lauan/meranti nomenclature
• Higher tariff risk if misdeclared as temperate hardwood