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Raw Hardboard Panels Density 0.6 g/cm³ from Japan

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.

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

• Document production process to prove no surface treatments like oiling or coating were applied

• Comply with EPA TSCA Title VI for composite panels; retain chain-of-custody records