Poplar Cellular Insulation Panels
Poplar wood-based panels with open-cell foam-like structure for thermal and acoustic insulation in walls and ceilings. These qualify under HTS 4418.92.00.00 as cellular wood panels per Chapter 44 definitions of wood materials with engineered cellular composition.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 3.2% | +35.0% | 38.2% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 3.2% | +10.0% | 13.2% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 3.2% | +10.0% | 13.2% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 3.2% | +10.0% | 13.2% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 3.2% | +10.0% | 13.2% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If made primarily from wood particles/waferboard without cellular forming
Particleboard classifies under 4410, lacking the specific cellular panel engineering.
If for coniferous species like Hem-fir sourced panels
Beaded/mini-beaded sheets of specific conifer mixes fall under 4418.20.
If faced with ceramic/glass but wood core <50%
Articles of plaster/fiber cement with wood backing move to Chapter 68.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Test and certify density (<0.5 g/cm³ typically) to differentiate from solid wood products
• Use PPQ Form 505 for plant product declarations, specifying poplar (Populus spp.) origin
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