HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4411.12 – Medium density fibreboard (MDF), of a thickness not exceeding 5 mm
HS code 4411.12 is the 6-digit subheading for medium density fibreboard (MDF), of a thickness not exceeding 5 mm. It is used for thin MDF panels, ultra-light MDF, moisture-resistant thin MDF, fire-retardant thin MDF and melamine-faced thin MDF.
What HS 4411.12 covers
This HS code covers thin Medium Density Fibreboard (MDF) panels, specifically those not exceeding 5 mm in thickness. MDF is an engineered wood product made from wood fibers, resin, and wax, pressed under heat and pressure, known for its smooth surface, consistent density, and excellent machinability. Thin MDF is highly versatile and primarily used in furniture manufacturing for drawer bottoms, cabinet back panels, decorative elements, and lightweight partitions. Importers include furniture manufacturers, cabinet makers, and interior designers, particularly for applications requiring precision and a fine finish. Exporters are typically countries with advanced wood processing industries and access to sustainable fiber sources. Key trade aspects involve ensuring consistent quality, surface finish, and compliance with formaldehyde emission standards, which are critical for health and environmental regulations in many importing markets, alongside EUDR and EUTR.
- Covers
- Thin MDF panels
- Ultra-light MDF
- Moisture-resistant thin MDF
- Fire-retardant thin MDF
- Melamine-faced thin MDF
- Raw thin MDF sheets
- Drawer bottom MDF
- Examples
- IKEA furniture back panels
- Kronospan thin MDF
- Egger thin MDF
- Medite Lite MDF
Codes often confused with 4411.12
Common mistake. Can be confused with hardboard (4411.92) due to similar thinness and density, but MDF is made from refined wood fibers, offering a smoother, more uniform surface than hardboard.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 441112, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 441112 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 14% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 14% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $203M 14% of world exports
- 2 Thailand $160M 11% of world exports
- 3 Poland $146M 10% of world exports
World total: $1.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $220M 14% of world imports
- 2 Italy $138M 9.0% of world imports
- 3 Japan $127M 8.2% of world imports
World total: $1.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM codes for 4411.12 2
Brazil splits HS 4411.12 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 4411.12.10 MDF up to 5 mm, not worked or surface coveredNão trabalhados mecanicamente nem recobertos à superfície
- 4411.12.90 Other MDF up to 5 mm thickOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 44.11 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
EU Regulatory Requirements
This product category is subject to the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). Importers must provide due diligence statements proving the product was not produced on deforested land after December 31, 2020.
This product is covered by the EU Timber Regulation (EUTR), requiring operators to exercise due diligence to minimize the risk of placing illegally harvested timber on the EU market.
Questions about HS 4411.12
What is HS code 441112?
HS code 441112 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Medium density fibreboard (MDF), of a thickness not exceeding 5 mm. This HS code covers thin Medium Density Fibreboard (MDF) panels, specifically those not exceeding 5 mm in thickness. MDF is an engineered wood product made from wood fibers, resin, and wax, pressed under heat and pressure, known for its smooth surface, consistent density, and excellent machinability. Thin MDF is highly versatile and primarily used in furniture manufacturing for drawer bottoms, cabinet back panels, decorative elements, and lightweight partitions. Importers include furniture manufacturers, cabinet makers, and interior designers, particularly for applications requiring precision and a fine finish. Exporters are typically countries with advanced wood processing industries and access to sustainable fiber sources. Key trade aspects involve ensuring consistent quality, surface finish, and compliance with formaldehyde emission standards, which are critical for health and environmental regulations in many importing markets, alongside EUDR and EUTR.
What products fall under HS code 441112?
Thin MDF panels, ultra-light MDF, moisture-resistant thin MDF, fire-retardant thin MDF, melamine-faced thin MDF, raw thin MDF sheets, drawer bottom MDF
What are common misclassifications for HS code 441112?
Can be confused with hardboard (4411.92) due to similar thinness and density, but MDF is made from refined wood fibers, offering a smoother, more uniform surface than hardboard.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 441112?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 441112 in UN Comtrade data were China ($203M, 14% of world exports), Thailand ($160M) and Poland ($146M). World exports came to about $1.4B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 441112?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 441112 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($220M, 14% of world imports), Italy ($138M) and Japan ($127M). World imports came to about $1.5B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 441112 structured?
HS code 441112 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (44) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (11) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (12) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 441112?
Brazil splits HS code 441112 into 2 NCM codes: 4411.12.10 (MDF up to 5 mm, not worked or surface covered), 4411.12.90 (Other MDF up to 5 mm thick). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.