Fibreboard (other than MDF) of a density not exceeding 0.5g/cm3, of wood or other ligneous materials, bonded or not with resins or other organic substances

HS v2017 Code: 441194

About fibreboard (other than mdf) of a density not exceeding 0.5g/cm3, of wood or other ligneous materials, bonded or not with resins or other organic substances

HS code 441194 covers a specific type of fibreboard, a versatile engineered wood product used in a wide range of applications. Fibreboard is an important material in the construction, furniture, and packaging industries, offering a cost-effective and sustainable alternative to solid wood. This code encompasses fibreboard with a density not exceeding 0.5g/cm3, made from wood or other ligneous materials, which may or may not be bonded with resins or other organic substances.

Production process

The production of fibreboard under HS code 441194 typically involves a multi-step process. First, the raw materials, such as wood or other lignocellulosic fibers, are mechanically or chemically broken down into individual fibers. These fibers are then formed into a mat or web, which is then compressed and heated to bond the fibers together, either with or without the addition of resins or other organic binders. The resulting fibreboard can then be cut, shaped, and finished to meet specific product requirements.

Production inputs

The main inputs for the production of fibreboard under HS code 441194 include wood or other lignocellulosic materials, such as agricultural residues or recycled paper. Depending on the specific product, resins or other organic binders may also be used. Additionally, specialized machinery, such as fiber preparation equipment, mat-forming machines, and hot-press systems, are required to manufacture fibreboard to the desired specifications.

Production outputs

Fibreboard produced under HS code 441194 has a wide range of applications, including as a construction material for walls, ceilings, and floors, as well as in the production of furniture, packaging, and insulation products. The output of this industry may be consumed by industries covered by other HS codes, such as 441210 Plywood, veneered panels and similar laminated wood, 442110 Seats, and 442190 Other furniture and parts, among others.

Revisions to 441194

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 441194. The most recent 1 version of this code (441194) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 441194 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for fibreboard (other than mdf) of a density not exceeding 0.5g/cm3, of wood or other ligneous materials, bonded or not with resins or other organic 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/v2017/4411'>4411: Fibreboard of wood or other ligneous materials, whether or not bonded with resins or other organic substances</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/441194'>441194: Fibreboard (other than MDF) of a density not exceeding 0.5g/cm3, of wood or other ligneous materials, bonded or not with resins or other organic substances</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/441112'>441112: Medium density fibreboard (MDF), of a thickness not exceeding 5 mm</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/441113'>441113: Medium density fibreboard (MDF), of a thickness exceeding 5 mm but not exceeding 9 mm</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/441114'>441114: Medium density fibreboard (MDF), of a thickness exceeding 9 mm</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/441192'>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</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/441193'>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</a>"]

    

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