Hem-Fir Low-Density Fiberboard Core from Germany
Density ≤0.5 g/cm³ fiberboard cores from Hem-Fir mixed stands (per 4407.14 note), for laminated panel production. HTS 4411.94.0080 as other low-density. Provides lightweight base for decorative overlays.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Harvest documentation showing Hem-Fir mixed sourcing supports specific subheading recognition
• Distinguish from finished laminated panels (4412.9+) by documenting as core stock only
• Density profiling across thickness prevents reclassification as variable-density product