Product classification
HS code for Fibreboard: 4411.93
Fibreboard (other than MDF) of a density exceeding 0.5g/cm3 but not 0.8g/cm3, of wood or other ligneous materials, bonded or not with resins or other organic substances.
Classification of fibreboard under HS 4411.93
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.
- Covers
- 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
- Also under 4411.93
- Generic furniture components
- display boards
- certain types of soundproofing panels
- industrial packaging inserts
- budget shelving
Codes often confused with 4411.93
Common mistake. 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.
Top exporters and importers of HS 441193 (the code used for fibreboard), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 441193 (the code used for fibreboard) in UN Comtrade data was Thailand, with 34% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United Arab Emirates, with about 17% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 441193, not only fibreboard.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Thailand $100M 34% of world exports
- 2 Türkiye $60M 20% of world exports
- 3 Pakistan $17M 5.7% of world exports
World total: $297M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United Arab Emirates* ~$40M 17% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 2 Netherlands $19M 8.1% of world imports
- 3 Afghanistan* ~$17M 7.3% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $231M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 fibreboard
Brazil splits HS 4411.93 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 4411.93.10Plain non-MDF fibreboard, over 0.5 to 0.8 g/cm³
- 4411.93.90Other non-MDF fibreboard, over 0.5 to 0.8 g/cm³
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
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 fibreboard
What is the HS code for Fibreboard?
The HS code for Fibreboard is 441193 (Fibreboard (other than MDF) of a density exceeding 0.5g/cm3 but not 0.8g/cm3, of wood or other ligneous materials, bonded or not with resins or other organic substances). For fibreboard with a density between 0.5 and 0.8 g/cm³ that is not MDF, the code is 4411.93.
How do I classify Fibreboard for customs?
Fibreboard is classified under HS code 441193 — Fibreboard (other than MDF) of a density exceeding 0.5g/cm3 but not 0.8g/cm3, of wood or other ligneous materials, bonded or not with resins or other organic substances. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
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.
Which countries are the top exporters of fibreboard (HS 441193)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 441193 (the code used for fibreboard) in UN Comtrade data were Thailand ($100M, 34% of world exports), Türkiye ($60M) and Pakistan ($17M). World exports came to about $297M, 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 fibreboard (HS 441193)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 441193 (the code used for fibreboard) in UN Comtrade data were the United Arab Emirates (about $40M, 17% of world imports), the Netherlands ($19M) and Afghanistan (about $17M). World imports came to about $231M, 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.
Is the HS code for Fibreboard the same in all countries?
The base HS code 441193 for Fibreboard is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for fibreboard in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 441193 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for fibreboard depends on the product's details: 4411.93.10 (Plain non-MDF fibreboard, over 0.5 to 0.8 g/cm³), 4411.93.90 (Other non-MDF fibreboard, over 0.5 to 0.8 g/cm³).