Particle board, oriented strand board (OSB) and similar board of ligneous materials other than wood, whether or not agglomerated with resins or other organic binding substances

HS v2017 Code: 441090

About particle board, oriented strand board (osb) and similar board of ligneous materials other than wood, whether or not agglomerated with resins or other organic binding substances

HS code 441090 covers a diverse range of engineered wood products, including particle board, oriented strand board (OSB), and other ligneous materials-based boards. These materials play a crucial role in the construction, furniture, and packaging industries, providing cost-effective and versatile alternatives to solid wood. As the global demand for sustainable building materials continues to grow, the importance of this industry within the broader economy is expected to increase.

Production process

The production of particle board, OSB, and similar boards typically involves the following key steps: (1) Preparation of raw materials, which may include wood chips, flakes, or strands, as well as various binding agents such as resins or organic substances; (2) Blending and forming the raw materials into the desired board shape and thickness; (3) Pressing the board under heat and pressure to bond the materials together; and (4) Cutting and finishing the boards to meet specific size and quality requirements.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of particle board, OSB, and similar boards include 440122 Wood in the rough, treated with paint, stains, creosote or other preservatives as the primary raw material, as well as various resins, waxes, and other binding agents. Additionally, specialized machinery and equipment, such as forming presses, saws, and sanders, are essential for the manufacturing process.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of this industry are the engineered wood products themselves, which are widely used in the construction, furniture, and packaging sectors. These boards may be further processed or incorporated into a variety of end-products, such as 441011 Particle board, 441213 (Oriented strand board (OSB)), and 441299 Fibreboard of wood or other ligneous materials, whether or not bonded with resins or other organic substances, n.e.s.. The versatility and cost-effectiveness of these materials make them an attractive option for a wide range of applications.

Revisions to 441090

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 441090. The most recent 1 version of this code (441090) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 441090 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for particle board, oriented strand board (osb) and similar board of ligneous materials other than wood, whether or not agglomerated with resins or other organic binding substances

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/44'>44: Wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4410'>4410: Particle board, oriented strand board (OSB) and similar board (e.g. waferboard) of wood or other ligneous materials, whether or not agglomerated with resins or other organic binding substances</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/441090'>441090: Particle board, oriented strand board (OSB) and similar board of ligneous materials other than wood, whether or not agglomerated with resins or other organic binding substances</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/441011'>441011: Particle board of wood, whether or not agglomerated with resins or other organic binding substances</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/441012'>441012: Oriented strand board (OSB) of wood, whether or not agglomerated with resins or other organic binding substances</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/441019'>441019: Wafer board and similar board of wood n.e.c. in item no. 4410.1, whether or not agglomerated with resins or other organic binding substances</a>"]

    

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