The 18mm fibre cement board is the workhorse of mezzanine flooring, raised access decks, stair treads and heavy dry-wall partitions — and Indian customs data shows it is the highest-value single specification in India’s fibre cement export trade, with the 2400 x 1200 x 18 mm sheet alone accounting for several million US dollars of shipments in the period analysed. OZIANT lists export-grade WedgeCem 18 mm boards from Wedge Industries Limited in 2400 x 1200 mm and 2440 x 1220 mm sheets.
Boards are supplied in the high-density WedgeCB16 grade (1500-1600 kg/m3) for flooring, or CB14 grade (1450 kg/m3) for partitions, with square or tongue-and-groove edges. An 18 mm CB16 board spans 600 mm joist centres under office loading, screws down without pre-drilling failure, and is non-combustible to Class A1 — the combination that has made it the default replacement for plywood mezzanine decks in fire-regulated warehouses. Indicative FOB pricing is US$15.10-17.60 per sheet.
What we supply — 18mm Fibre Cement Board
The following lines are available under this 18mm fibre cement board listing from Wedge Industries Limited’s WedgeCem and WedgeClad board range. Each can be quoted separately; mixed orders and mixed-thickness container loads are welcome once the minimum order quantity is met.
- 2400 x 1200 x 18 mm CB16 — flooring and mezzanine deck grade
- 2440 x 1220 x 18 mm (8 x 4 ft imperial) — for UK, Gulf and African framing modules
- CB14 partition grade — heavy dry wall, shaft wall and riser enclosures
- Tongue-and-groove edge profile for glued floating floors
- Square edge for screw-down decks over steel or timber joists
- Sanded face for direct vinyl, carpet or epoxy finishing
- Pre-primed face for painted partition systems
- Cut-to-size panels (e.g. 1200 x 600 mm stair treads) on request
Specifications
| Parameter | Detail |
|---|---|
| Sheet sizes | 2400 x 1200 mm and 2440 x 1220 mm (+/- 3 mm) |
| Thickness | 18 mm (+/- 0.6 mm); see separate listings for 15 mm and 20 mm |
| Density | 1500-1600 kg/m3 (WedgeCB16) or 1450 kg/m3 (CB14) |
| Bending strength | 22 MPa dry / 16 MPa wet (CB16, ASTM C1185) |
| Fire performance | Non-combustible A1, BS 476 Part 4; 60-minute rated assemblies |
| Sheet weight | approx. 75-83 kg per 2400 x 1200 sheet by grade |
| Screw withdrawal | 1200 N; fixes to steel up to 1.2 mm without pre-drilling |
| Span guidance | 600 mm centres at 3 kN/m2 office loading (CB16, project-specific check advised) |
| HS code | 68118200 — 6811 82 00 — non-asbestos fibre cement boards; flooring-grade thick boards ship under the same line |
| Minimum order | 300 sheets (about one 20 ft container at 26 t) |
| Lead time | 18-25 days after order confirmation |
| Sample | Free 300 x 300 mm cut samples; courier at cost (US$35-60 by zone) (5-7 days) |
Indicative FOB price ladder (USD)
| Order quantity (sheets) | Indicative FOB price |
|---|---|
| 300 – 999 | US$ 17.60 per sheet |
| 1,000 – 2,999 | US$ 16.30 per sheet |
| 3,000+ | US$ 15.10 per sheet |
Prices on this 18mm fibre cement board listing are indicative FOB India (Nhava Sheva, Mundra or Chennai) as at 31-08-2026 and are quoted in US dollars; the final quotation depends on grade, size mix, packing and cement and fibre prices on the order date. The lowest band applies at 3,000+ sheets. Request a firm quote through the enquiry form and a Wedge Industries Limited sales engineer will respond within 24 hours.
Export compliance & duty — included in the price
Every shipment from this 18mm fibre cement board listing is prepared for the destination market by ZJELL Limited, the Wedge Group’s export-consulting company, so that documentation is never the reason a consignment is delayed. The following are included or arranged:
- 100% non-asbestos (chrysotile-free) declaration with every shipment
- ISO 8336:2006 type-test report and batch mill test certificate
- ASTM C1185 flexural strength certificate per batch
- EN 13501-1 A1 classification report — arranged by ZJELL Limited
- CE marking support to EN 12467 for EU and UK buyers
- Third-party pre-shipment inspection (SGS / BV / Intertek) on request
Import duty position (verify with your broker before ordering): UK: India-UK CETA in force from 15-07-2026 — 6811 lines at 0%. USA: HTS 6811.82 MFN free; the 10% reciprocal tariff on Indian goods (from 24-07-2026) still prices India below China. GCC: 5% common external tariff. EU: low single-digit MFN; India-EU FTA not yet in force.
India’s highest-value fibre cement export line
Thick flooring boards are where fibre cement quality shows: a board that is under-cured or under-dense telegraphs deflection, edge crumble and screw pull-through within months of loading. WedgeCem 18 mm boards are autoclave-cured and batch-tested for density and bending strength, and every pallet carries the batch number that ties to the mill test certificate.
Wedge Industries Limited supplies 18 mm boards into warehouse mezzanines, modular site offices, marine accommodation and cold-store floors in more than 45 countries, and can supply the matching 9-12 mm wall boards and 6 mm ceiling boards from the listings on this profile so the whole fit-out ships in one container.
Packing, containers & shipping
18 mm boards ship 25-50 sheets per pallet with edge protection and double strapping. A 20 ft container takes about 340 sheets (26 t). Loading is supervised and photographed; a loading report is shared before the container seals.
| Pack detail | Specification |
|---|---|
| Pallet / container load | Pallets of 25-50 sheets; approx. 340 x 2400 x 1200 x 18 mm sheets per 20 ft container (26 t) |
| Ports | Nhava Sheva (JNPT), Mundra, Chennai, Tuticorin and Kolkata; ICD Tughlakabad and Dadri by rail |
| Incoterms | FOB standard; CIF, CFR and DAP quoted on request |
| Payment | 30% advance and balance against documents, or irrevocable LC at sight; CAD for repeat buyers |
Markets we serve
The UAE, Saudi Arabia and Qatar buy 18 mm boards for mezzanine and shaft-wall packages; the UK for loft and mezzanine decks; Australia for flooring substrates; East and West Africa for warehouse fit-outs and modular buildings. Buyers choose the 18mm fibre cement board listed on OZIANT because the supplier has been vetted, the compliance cost is already in the price and every enquiry is answered within 24 hours.
See the OZIANT country guides for United States buyers, United Kingdom buyers, German buyers and UAE buyers in the Building Materials category.
Why buy this 18mm fibre cement board through OZIANT
- Vetted supplier — Wedge Industries Limited is a Category Leader on OZIANT with a published profile, manufacturing bases in four countries and an export track record in 45+ markets.
- Compliance-included pricing — classification reports, test certificates and destination labelling are arranged by ZJELL Limited, not left to the buyer.
- One accountable exporter for the whole board range — consolidate this line with the other fibre cement listings on this supplier’s profile in a single container.
- 24-hour response and a sample-before-bulk process for every order.
The full range in one document: all twenty export-grade SKUs with weights and formats, the technical property table for grades WedgeCB13, CB14 and CB16, standards and certification scope, finish codes, packing and container quantities, and the fixing guide.
Download the PDF cataloguePDF · 17 pages · 1.2 MBHow to order
- Send an enquiry from this page with your target quantity, destination port and thickness schedule or cutting list.
- Receive a firm FOB quotation and compliance checklist from Wedge Industries Limited within 24 hours.
- Approve samples — Free 300 x 300 mm cut samples; courier at cost (US$35-60 by zone); sample lead time 5-7 days.
- Confirm the order with a proforma invoice; production and documentation begin on receipt of advance or LC.
- Pre-shipment inspection report, loading photographs and mill test certificates are shared before dispatch; lead time 18-25 days after order confirmation.
- Documents (invoice, packing list, bill of lading, certificate of origin, test reports and classification certificates) are couriered or released against payment.
About the supplier — Wedge Industries Limited
Wedge Industries Limited, the manufacturer behind this 18mm fibre cement board listing, is a Category Leader supplier on OZIANT and the parent company of the Wedge Group, which also includes ZJELL Limited, an export and import consulting firm with offices in Delhi, London and Hong Kong. Wedge Industries Limited manufactures WedgeCem fibre cement boards, WedgeClad facade panels and a wider building-materials range — calcium silicate boards, MgO boards, gypsum boards, insulation and passive fire protection — from bases in India, the United Kingdom, Spain and China, and serves customers in more than 45 countries.
Browse the full Building Materials category or the supplier’s other fibre cement listings, or contact OZIANT for a sourcing brief across several building-material lines in one container.
Frequently asked questions
What load can an 18mm fibre cement board floor take?
On steel joists at 600 mm centres, an 18 mm CB16 board is the standard specification for 3 kN/m2 office-type mezzanine loading; at 400 mm centres it suits light storage. For racking legs and point loads we recommend the 20 mm or 40 mm listings on this profile. A project-specific span check is advised and we share span tables with every quotation.
Is 18mm fibre cement board better than plywood for mezzanines?
For fire-regulated buildings, yes: it is non-combustible Class A1, termite-proof and does not creep under sustained load. It is heavier than plywood, so check the supporting steel; the trade-off buys a deck that passes fire inspection without additional protection.
Do you stock both 2400 x 1200 and 2440 x 1220 sizes?
Yes, both run as standard. UK and Gulf buyers on imperial 8 x 4 ft framing modules take 2440 x 1220 mm; metric projects take 2400 x 1200 mm. Both sizes can be mixed in one container at the same price band.
How is the board fixed to steel joists?
With self-drilling, self-countersinking wing-tip screws at 200-300 mm centres, no pre-drilling needed up to 1.2 mm steel. Screw withdrawal strength is 1200 N. A fixing guide and screw schedule ship with the documents.
How do I get a firm FOB quote for this 18mm fibre cement board?
Use the enquiry form on this page with your quantity, thickness schedule and destination. Wedge Industries Limited replies within 24 hours with an FOB quotation, the compliance checklist for your market and a sample offer.
Listing updated 31-08-2026. Wedge Industries Limited · Kw: 18mm fibre cement board · SKU OZ-WI-FCB-002.
Building Materials, Panels & Boards
Prices are FOB India and exclude freight, insurance and destination duty. Larger volumes are negotiable — send your quantity for a firm quotation.
- Minimum order
- 300 sheets (about one 20 ft container at 26 t)
- Lead time
- 18-25 days after order confirmation
- HS code
- 68118200
- Certifications
- 100% non-asbestos (chrysotile-free) declaration with every shipment; ISO 8336:2006 type-test report and batch mill test certificate; ASTM C1185 flexural strength certificate per batch; EN 13501-1 A1 classification report
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Specification
| Sheet sizes | 2400 x 1200 mm and 2440 x 1220 mm (+/- 3 mm) |
|---|---|
| Thickness | 18 mm (+/- 0.6 mm); see separate listings for 15 mm and 20 mm |
| Density | 1500-1600 kg/m3 (WedgeCB16) or 1450 kg/m3 (CB14) |
| Bending strength | 22 MPa dry / 16 MPa wet (CB16, ASTM C1185) |
| Fire performance | Non-combustible A1, BS 476 Part 4; 60-minute rated assemblies |
| Sheet weight | approx. 75-83 kg per 2400 x 1200 sheet by grade |
| Screw withdrawal | 1200 N; fixes to steel up to 1.2 mm without pre-drilling |
| Span guidance | 600 mm centres at 3 kN/m2 office loading (CB16, project-specific check advised) |
| Material | 2400 x 1200 mm and 2440 x 1220 mm (+/- 3 mm); 18 mm (+/- 0.6 mm); see separate listings for 15 mm and 20 mm |
| Packing | Pallets of 25-50 sheets; approx. 340 x 2400 x 1200 x 18 mm sheets per 20 ft container (26 t) |
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