Hem-Fir Low-Density Fiberboard Core from Japan
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 — 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
• 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