Low-Density MDF Speaker Baffle Boards from China
Specialty fiberboard cut for loudspeaker enclosures, density 0.35-0.5 g/cm³ to optimize internal damping. HTS 4411.94.00.40 covers this as 'other' low-density fiberboard. Provides resonance control superior to solid lumber.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Document intended use as component material, not finished speaker cabinet to avoid 8518/8519
• Density verification essential; audio-grade MDF often borders 0.5 g/cm³ threshold