Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF) Raw Panels

Unprocessed medium density fiberboard panels with density between 0.5-0.8 g/cm³, made from wood fibers bonded with resins, not mechanically worked beyond basic forming or surface covered. These raw sheets are used as base material for furniture and construction before further processing. Classified under 4411.93.10.00 due to their fiberboard composition, density range, and lack of mechanical working or surface treatment.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4411.93Same rate: 35%

If edges sanded or machined

Any mechanical working like sanding or profiling moves it from 'not mechanically worked' to the processed fiberboard subheading.

4411.92Lower: 16% vs 35%

If density under 0.5 g/cm³

Lower density fiberboard falls into the lighter subheading regardless of processing state.

4412.10Lower: 10% vs 35%

If laminated with plastic facing

Surface-covered with plastics or laminates shifts classification to plywood category under heading 4412.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify density certification (0.5-0.8 g/cm³) with lab tests to confirm subheading eligibility and avoid reclassification

Provide mill test reports showing resin content and no surface coverings; declare as 'not mechanically worked' accurately

Related Products under HTS 4411.93.10.00

Unfinished MDF Board for Cabinetry

Plain medium density fiberboard sheets, density 0.5-0.8 g/cm³, from wood lignocellulosic fibers bonded with resins, supplied without mechanical working or surface coverings. Ideal as substrate for kitchen cabinets before painting or laminating. Fits 4411.93.10.00 as other fiberboard not processed beyond production.

Raw Hardboard Panels Density 0.6 g/cm³

Medium density hardboard made from ligneous materials, density exceeding 0.5 but not over 0.8 g/cm³, not mechanically worked or surface-covered, retaining natural fiberboard texture. Used in flat-pack furniture substrates. Under 4411.93.10.00 for its unprocessed state and density specs.

Plain MDF Sheets 1220x2440mm

Standard size medium density fiberboard sheets (1220x2440mm), wood fiber-based with resin binders, density 0.5-0.8 g/cm³, neither mechanically worked nor surface-covered. Common for shelving and millwork blanks. 4411.93.10.00 applies to this unprocessed 'other' fiberboard.

Unprocessed Ligneous Fiberboard Panels

Fiberboard from bamboo or other ligneous materials (per Chapter Note), density 0.5-0.8 g/cm³, bonded with organic substances, not mechanically worked or surface-covered. Suitable for eco-friendly furniture cores. HTS 4411.93.10.00 covers such non-wood woody material boards.

Raw MDF Substrate for Laminating

Medium density fiberboard panels prepared as plain substrates for post-import lamination, density exceeding 0.5 g/cm³ up to 0.8 g/cm³, no mechanical working or surface treatment applied. Used in custom furniture manufacturing. Classifies in 4411.93.10.00 as unprocessed other fiberboard.

Unworked Medium Density Hardboard

Hard-type medium density fiberboard (0.5-0.8 g/cm³), from compressed wood fibers with minimal resins, neither mechanically worked nor surface-covered, showing characteristic mottled surface. Base for painted panels. 4411.93.10.00 for this density range unprocessed form.