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Particle board price is driven by six main factors: thickness, density\/grade, formaldehyde emission standard, core type (standard vs HMR), order volume, and shipping distance. There’s no single “market price” \u2014 get a quote based on your exact specifications rather than a generic price list.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

If you’ve searched for particle board price and found wildly different numbers, that’s normal \u2014 particle board isn’t a single product with one price. A 6mm E2-grade sheet and an 18mm JIS-certified HMR sheet aren’t comparable, and neither is a small retail order versus a container-load export order. This guide breaks down what actually drives the cost, so you know what to ask for when you request a quote.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Determines Particle Board Price?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Thickness and Size<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Particle board is typically available from 6mm up to 30mm (common increments: 6\/9\/12\/15\/18\/20\/25\/30mm), in sizes like 4×8, 4×9, or 3×10 feet. Thicker boards use more raw material per sheet, so price scales with thickness \u2014 but not always linearly, since production efficiency changes at different thicknesses too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Density and Grade<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Particle board density typically ranges from 0.40 to 0.90 g\/cm\u00b3 under the JIS A 5908:2022 standard. Higher-density boards generally cost more, but also perform better on strength metrics like internal bond and screw-holding strength \u2014 density is a spec to compare, not just a cost driver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Formaldehyde Emission Standard<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This is one of the biggest hidden price factors. Particle board is graded from E2 (higher emission, lowest cost) through E1, E0, E0S, and CARB Phase 2\/EPA-compliant grades (lowest emission, highest cost). If your market or end client requires CARB P2 or E0S certification, expect a higher price than standard E2 board \u2014 but also stricter compliance for markets like the US, EU, or environmentally-regulated projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Core Type: Standard vs HMR<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

HMR (High Moisture Resistant) particle board<\/a> costs more than standard core because of the specialized resin formulation. It’s worth the premium for kitchens, bathrooms, and humid climates \u2014 but an unnecessary cost for dry indoor furniture applications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Order Volume and Customization<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Standard sizes and thicknesses ordered in bulk are priced more efficiently than small, mixed, or custom-cut orders. If you’re comparing particle board types<\/a> for a large project, standardizing on fewer thickness\/grade combinations can meaningfully reduce per-unit cost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shipping and Logistics<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

For international buyers, freight, container loading efficiency, and destination port fees often account for a significant share of landed cost \u2014 sometimes more than the board itself for smaller orders. This is why the same board can have very different delivered prices to different countries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Particle Board Specifications That Affect Your Quote<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When requesting a price, having these details ready gets you a faster, more accurate quote:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spec<\/th>Options<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
\u539a\u5ea6<\/td>6 \/ 9 \/ 12 \/ 15 \/ 18 \/ 20 \/ 25 \/ 30 mm<\/td><\/tr>
Size<\/td>4×6 \/ 4×8 \/ 4×9 \/ 3×6 \/ 3×8 \/ 3×9 \/ 3×10 ft<\/td><\/tr>
Glue type<\/td>Urea Formaldehyde or Melamine Urea Formaldehyde<\/td><\/tr>
Bonding strength<\/td>Type 13, Type 18, or HMR Type<\/td><\/tr>
Emission grade<\/td>E2 \/ E1 \/ E0 \/ E0S \/ CARB P2 \/ EPA<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

How to Get an Accurate Particle Board Quote<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  1. Specify end use first<\/strong> \u2014 furniture core, flooring underlay, cabinetry, or construction. This determines which thickness and bonding type actually matters.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Confirm the emission grade your market requires.<\/strong> Some countries and retailers mandate CARB P2 or E0S; ordering a lower grade than required can mean re-doing the order.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Decide standard vs HMR core<\/strong> based on moisture exposure, not just cost \u2014 the price difference is usually smaller than the cost of water damage.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Get landed cost, not just factory price<\/strong>, especially for international orders \u2014 ask for a quote that includes shipping to your destination.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Compare against total project cost<\/strong>, not per-sheet price. A slightly higher-grade board that reduces waste or rework can be cheaper overall.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Common Buying Mistakes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n