What is the difference between particle board and OSB?
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HS-4 · Heading
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
Chapter 44: Wood and articles of wood
Plain-language overview
Use HS-4 4410 when importing products like particle board or oriented strand board (OSB) made from wood or similar materials. For instance, if you're shipping a container of OSB panels for construction, this is the correct classification.
Choosing between the HS-6 lines under 4410 depends on the specific type of board. If your product is made from wood and includes resin, you’ll likely use 441011 for particle board or 441012 for OSB. If it’s a different type of board made from wood, consider 441019.
If your shipment consists of boards made from materials other than wood, you should classify it under 441090. This includes products like particle board made from bamboo or other ligneous materials, ensuring you select the right subheading for compliance.
Keywords & topics
Useful terms traders and brokers use for this HS-4 heading.
particle board import · oriented strand board classification · HS-4 4410 · waferboard shipping · wood-based panels · agglomerated wood products · HS-6 subheadings · wood products regulations · import duties for OSB · ligneous materials classification
Examples
Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.
- Particle board sheets for furniture manufacturing
- OSB panels used in construction and roofing
- Waferboard for packaging and pallets
- Ligneous material boards for decorative purposes
- Composite boards made from recycled wood fibers
- OSB used in structural applications
Common questions
Frequent classification questions with short practical guidance.
How do I classify my wood board shipment?
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What are the import duties for HS-4 4410?
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Can I use HS-4 4410 for bamboo boards?
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What materials fall under HS-6 441090?
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Are there specific regulations for importing OSB?
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Related topics
Common real-world topics that come up during code comparison.
how to classify oriented strand board for import
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requirements for shipping particle board internationally
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differences between HS-6 441011 and 441012
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importing wood-based panels and their classifications
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guidelines for using HS-4 4410 for wood products
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what to know about importing waferboard
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best practices for classifying ligneous materials
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understanding the subheadings of HS-4 4410
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Questions & answers
For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.
- What types of products fall under HS-4 4410?
- HS-4 4410 covers particle board, oriented strand board (OSB), wafer board, and similar boards made from wood or other ligneous materials.
- How do I determine the correct HS-6 code for my product?
- Identify the material and type of board you're importing. Use **441011** for wood particle board, **441012** for OSB, **441019** for other wood boards, and **441090** for boards made from non-wood materials.
- Are there specific import duties for OSB?
- Import duties for OSB can vary by country. Check with your local customs authority for the applicable rates under HS-4 4410.
- Can I use HS-4 4410 for boards made from bamboo?
- Yes, if the bamboo boards are agglomerated with resins or other binding substances, you should classify them under **441090**.
- What is the difference between HS-6 441011 and 441012?
- HS-6 441011 is for particle board, while **441012** is specifically for oriented strand board (OSB). Choose based on the product type.
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HS-6 subheadings (4)
- 441011Particle board of wood, whether or not agglomerated with resins or other organic binding substances
- 441012Oriented strand board (OSB) of wood, whether or not agglomerated with resins or other organic binding substances
- 441019Wafer 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
- 441090Particle 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