4410.11.00 - Particle board

This HTS category, 4410.11.00, specifically classifies particle board of wood or other ligneous materials. Particle board is characterized by its construction from wood particles, chips, or shavings that are bonded together, typically with synthetic resins or other organic binding agents, under pressure and heat. This broad definition encompasses various forms of particle board intended for use in furniture, construction, and other industrial applications.

Distinction from its siblings is crucial for accurate classification. While 4410.11.00 is dedicated to particle board, the sibling category 4410.12.00 covers oriented strand board (OSB), which is distinguished by its larger, uniformly oriented wood strands. The sibling category 4410.19.00 serves as a residual category for other similar boards not specifically defined elsewhere within the 4410 heading.

The subcategories under 4410.11.00 provide further refinement based on the board's finishing and surface treatment. These include unworked or sanded particle board (4410.11.00.10), as well as particle board that has been surface-covered with melamine-impregnated paper (4410.11.00.20) or decorative laminates of plastic (4410.11.00.30). The residual subcategory 4410.11.00.60 captures other particle board not meeting the specific descriptions of the preceding subcategories, allowing for comprehensive classification within this HTS heading.