Ligneous Bark Fiber Low-Density Board from China
Experimental low-density (≤0.5 g/cm³) fiberboard from tree bark fibers, qualifying as ligneous material per Chapter 44 note. HTS 4411.94.0080 for other low-density fiberboard. Used in sustainable packaging and non-structural panels.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Botanical analysis confirming 'ligneous nature' essential for CBP review of bark-based products
• Low binder percentage (<3% like pellets) supports wood classification vs. plastic composites
• Sample submission recommended for novel materials to pre-confirm 4411 duty-free status