16mm Melamine-Core MDF from Japan

16mm thick MDF with minimal melamine impregnation in core only, qualifying as base fiberboard. HTS 4411.14.90 as other unprocessed MDF over 9mm. Used as substrate for further lamination in office furniture.

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%

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Import Tips

• Distinguish core treatment from full surface covering to maintain 4411 classification

• Declare VOC emissions data for environmental compliance in destination markets

• Inspect for binder exceedance that could reference subheading notes on pellets/briquettes