Product classification
HS code for High density fibreboard: 4411.92
Fibreboard (other than MDF) of a density exceeding 0.8g/cm3, of wood or other ligneous materials, bonded or not with resins or other organic substances.
Classification of high density fibreboard under HS 4411.92
High density fibreboard (HDF) is classified under HS code 4411.92. This classification is determined by the density of the board and the manufacturing process. Heading 4411 covers fibreboard of wood or other ligneous materials, whether or not bonded with resins. Subheading 4411.92 specifically identifies fibreboard (other than Medium Density Fibreboard or MDF) with a density exceeding 0.8 g/cm³. While HDF and MDF are both produced from wood fibres, HDF is subjected to higher pressure and temperature during the pressing stage, resulting in a much denser and harder product. The "other" category (4411.9x) is used for boards typically manufactured via the "wet process," though modern dry-process HDF is often classified here in various jurisdictions if it exceeds the density thresholds and structural definitions of standard MDF.
- Covers
- Hardboard panels with density > 0.8 g/cm³
- High-density wood fibre sheets for flooring underlayment
- Perforated hardboard (pegboard)
- Oil-tempered high density fibreboard
- Compressed wood fibre panels for furniture backing
- Also under 4411.92
- Masonite hardboard
- IKEA furniture back panels (often HDF)
- Pergo laminate flooring core
- automotive door cards
Codes often confused with 4411.92
Common mistake. HDF is often confused with Medium Density Fibreboard (MDF), which falls under subheadings 4411.12, 4411.13, or 4411.14 depending on thickness. The critical distinction is the density; if the product is marketed as HDF but has a density below 0.8 g/cm³, it must be moved to the MDF codes. Furthermore, HDF is sometimes misclassified as particle board (4410). Particle board is made from wood chips or flakes, whereas HDF is made from individual wood fibres, a distinction that is vital for correct tariff application. Plywood (4412) is another common error, though it consists of laminated veneers rather than compressed fibres.
Top exporters and importers of HS 441192 (the code used for high density fibreboard), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 441192 (the code used for high density fibreboard) in UN Comtrade data was France, with 18% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was France, with 13% 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 441192, not only high density fibreboard.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 France $246M 18% of world exports
- 2 Türkiye $190M 14% of world exports
- 3 Poland $175M 12% of world exports
World total: $1.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 France $212M 13% of world imports
- 2 Belgium $129M 8.0% of world imports
- 3 Germany $100M 6.2% of world imports
World total: $1.6B 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 high density fibreboard
Brazil splits HS 4411.92 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 4411.92.10Plain non-MDF fibreboard, over 0.8 g/cm³
- 4411.92.90Other non-MDF fibreboard, over 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 high density fibreboard
What is the HS code for High density fibreboard?
The HS code for High density fibreboard is 441192 (Fibreboard (other than MDF) of a density exceeding 0.8g/cm3, of wood or other ligneous materials, bonded or not with resins or other organic substances). The HS code for high density fibreboard (HDF) with a density exceeding 0.8 g/cm³ is 4411.92.
How do I classify High density fibreboard for customs?
High density fibreboard is classified under HS code 441192 — Fibreboard (other than MDF) of a density exceeding 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 HDF be classified under MDF codes?
No, if the density exceeds 0.8 g/cm³, it is technically classified as HDF under 4411.92, whereas MDF codes are specifically for boards within the 0.5 to 0.8 g/cm³ range.
Which countries are the top exporters of high density fibreboard (HS 441192)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 441192 (the code used for high density fibreboard) in UN Comtrade data were France ($246M, 18% of world exports), Türkiye ($190M) and Poland ($175M). 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 high density fibreboard (HS 441192)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 441192 (the code used for high density fibreboard) in UN Comtrade data were France ($212M, 13% of world imports), Belgium ($129M) and Germany ($100M). World imports came to about $1.6B, 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 High density fibreboard the same in all countries?
The base HS code 441192 for High density 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 high density fibreboard in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 441192 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for high density fibreboard depends on the product's details: 4411.92.10 (Plain non-MDF fibreboard, over 0.8 g/cm³), 4411.92.90 (Other non-MDF fibreboard, over 0.8 g/cm³).