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Oak Foamed Wood Core Panels

Engineered panels from oak wood fibers foamed into cellular structure for cabinetry and decorative applications, offering rigidity at low weight. HTS 4418.92.00.00 applies to these cellular wood panels as distinct from traditional laminated products.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.2%+37.5%40.7%
🇲🇽Mexico3.2%+10.0%13.2%
🇨🇦Canada3.2%+10.0%13.2%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4408.31Lower: 12.5% vs 40.7%

If sold as dark red meranti veneers for panel facing only

Sheets/veneers <6mm thick classify under 4408, not assembled cellular panels.

4412Lower: 12.5% vs 40.7%

If blockboard with solid wood blocks, not cellular

Different core construction (blocks vs cells) moves to 4412 plywood subheadings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide lab reports showing cellular void percentage (>30% typically) for classification support

• Ensure no metal inserts that could trigger Chapter 82 tool exclusions per Chapter 44 note

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