HS Code for Fibreboard

Fibreboard with a density exceeding 0.5 g/cm³ but not exceeding 0.8 g/cm³ is classified under HS code 4411.93. This classification falls under Chapter 44, which covers wood and articles of wood. Heading 4411 is dedicated to fibreboard of wood or other ligneous materials, whether or not bonded with resins or other organic substances. The sub-heading 4411.93 is a residual category for fibreboard that does not meet the specific definitions of Medium Density Fibreboard (MDF). MDF is specifically defined in the HS Explanatory Notes based on its manufacturing process (the "dry process") and its density ranges. If a fibreboard is produced using a "wet process" (where the fibers are suspended in water during formation) or if it is a "hardboard" that falls within this specific density range, it is classified under 4411.93. The distinction between 4411.93 and other subheadings in 4411 relies heavily on the density measurement (grams per cubic centimeter) and the mechanical properties of the board. Customs officials often require technical data sheets to verify that the density does not exceed 0.8 g/cm³, as boards exceeding this limit would move to 4411.92. This classification ensures that various types of industrial and construction boards are taxed according to their material density and production complexity.

Products Included

• Medium-density hardboard (wet process)
• Wood fibre panels for construction
• Ligneous material boards (non-wood)
• Resin-bonded fibreboard within 0.5-0.8 g/cm³ range
• Semi-hardboard panels

Common Misclassification

The most common misclassification occurs with 4411.13, which is the code for MDF of a similar density. The difference lies in the production method; MDF is dry-produced, while 4411.93 often covers wet-produced boards. Another error is 4410.11, which is for particle board. Particle board is made from wood chips or flakes, whereas fibreboard is made from actual wood fibers, a much finer material. Finally, if the density exceeds 0.8 g/cm³, the product must be moved to 4411.92, and if it is below 0.5 g/cm³, it falls under 4411.94.

FAQ

What is the HS code for fibreboard?

For fibreboard with a density between 0.5 and 0.8 g/cm³ that is not MDF, the code is 4411.93.

Can 4411.93 include bamboo fibreboard?

Yes, if the bamboo is processed into fibers and the resulting board meets the density requirements, it is classified under this heading as a ligneous material.