Vulcanized Fiber Shim Stock Sheets
Thin precision sheets of noncellular vulcanized fiber used for shimming in machinery alignment. High tensile strength and machinability without lamination qualify it under this subheading. These are plates/sheets of a cellulose derivative, not further worked.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the shims are cut to shape and ready for use
Finished articles of plastic.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the sheets are not cut to specific shim sizes, as that could reclassify them
• Declare the thickness precisely
• Keep supplier documentation on the vulcanized fiber composition
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