Poplar MDF Core Stock 18mm Sheets from Japan
Fiberboard sheets made primarily from poplar wood fibers, density 0.4 g/cm³, untreated and not mechanically processed beyond basic forming. Fits HTS 4411.94.00.20 as 'other' medium-low density fiberboard without surface treatment or machining. Ideal for cabinetry cores and shelving substrates.
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
• Provide mill test reports confirming density range and wood fiber content to prevent reclassification
• Label with country of origin and 'composite wood product' per TSCA requirements before sale
• Avoid shipping with any protective films that could be interpreted as surface covering