Plastic Drywall Corner Bead
Flexible plastic bead used to reinforce drywall corners during interior finishing. This bead is a structural element for walls, classified as builders' ware of plastics under tariff item 3925.90.00, as it is not covered by more specific headings for plates or sheets.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
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 bead is supplied in long continuous lengths without pre-cutting
Heading 3916 covers profile shapes of plastics, but if the bead is cut for wall installation, it may fall under 3925.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the bead is not considered a profile shape under heading 3916, which covers rods and profiles; if it is cut to length, it may still be builders' ware
• Provide the CBSA with the product's cross-section and intended use to support classification
• Verify if the bead meets Canadian fire resistance ratings for drywall assemblies
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