Wood Fiber Acoustic Ceiling Tiles from China
Perforated fiberboard panels (0.35-0.5 g/cm³ density) designed for sound absorption in suspended ceilings, made from agglomerated wood fibers. Classified under HTS 4411.94.00.40 as low-density 'other' fiberboard. Perforations and fissures enhance acoustic properties for office/commercial use.
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
• Include acoustic performance test data and density certification in entry documents
• Distinguish from mineral fiber tiles (6811) by emphasizing wood fiber composition
• Avoid classification as finished 'panels' (4418) by documenting as raw acoustic substrate material