10mm Fire-Retardant MDF Sheet from Germany
Medium density fiberboard at 10mm thickness treated with fire-retardant additives in the resin matrix. Classified in HTS 4411.14.90 as other MDF over 9mm thickness, without surface processing. Used in commercial furniture and wall paneling.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include flame spread test reports (ASTM E84) for customs verification of fire-retardant claims
• Monitor binder content to ensure it remains ≤3% if derived from pellet processes per chapter notes
• Avoid over-declaring treatment chemicals to prevent hazardous material surcharges