Tarred Asphalt Roofing Felt
Tarred asphalt roofing felt is a heavy-duty paper impregnated with asphalt or tar, supplied in rolls, and used as an underlayment in roofing applications. The asphalt or tar impregnation gives the paper waterproofing properties, which is the defining characteristic for classification under tariff item 4811.10.00.
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 |
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May require HC Consumer Products Safety depending on intended use (HC21) and Canadian product category (HC29, HC30, HC31, HC32, HC33, HC34, HC35, HC36, HC37); or intended use (HC22, HC23, HC24, HC26, HC27) and Canadian product category (HC37). Matching criteria: Equal To 4811100000; Equal To 4811100000. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the felt is composed of a base of paperboard reinforced with bitumen and mineral granules
Roofing products made of multiple layers, including mineral granules, may be classified as articles of asphalt or similar materials in Chapter 68.
If the felt has a self-adhesive backing
Self-adhesive roofing membranes would be classified under the specific heading for self-adhesive paper, not the general tarred paper item.
If the felt is coated with a layer of plastics exceeding half the total thickness
A plastic-coated roofing membrane would fall under Chapter 39, as per the exclusions in Chapter Note 2(g).
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify that the roofing felt is not classifiable as a product of Chapter 68 (e.g
• asbestos-cement or fibre-cement articles) if it contains other materials
• Provide the weight per square meter and roll dimensions on the invoice, as this may affect classification
• Consult the CBSA's Advance Rulings service if you are unsure about the tariff classification of your specific product
Related Products under Tariff item 4811.10.00
Asphalt Coated Construction Damp-Proof Sheet
Rectangular sheets of paperboard coated on both sides with asphalt, used as damp-proof membranes in foundation construction. The asphalt coating provides waterproofing, and the sheets exceed 36 cm on one side and 15 cm on the other, qualifying under this tariff item.
Asphalted Vapor Barrier Paper
Multi-ply kraft paper impregnated with tar or asphalt, supplied in rolls for building envelope moisture control. The bituminous impregnation provides waterproofing, and the roll width exceeds 36 cm, qualifying under this heading.
Asphalt-Impregnated Building Paper
Tar-saturated paper in rolls, known as #15 or #30 felt, used for construction sheathing and weather barriers. The tar saturation makes the paper bituminized, and the roll width exceeds 36 cm, qualifying under this heading.
Asphalt Saturated #15 Roofing Felt Sheets
Standard #15 grade asphalt saturated felt sheets, measuring 36x72 inches, used in shingle manufacturing and roof repairs. The sheets are saturated with asphalt, making them bituminized paper, and their dimensions exceed the minimum size thresholds for this heading.
Asphalt Saturated #30 Roofing Paper
Medium-weight tar-impregnated felt in rolls, standard for shingle underlayment. The full bitumen saturation makes the felt bituminized, and the roll width exceeds 36 cm, qualifying under this heading.
Asphalt Saturated Kraft Linerboard Sheets
Large rectangular sheets of kraft paperboard saturated with asphalt, used in laminated roofing shingles or built-up roofing systems. The asphalt saturation makes the paperboard bituminized, and the sheets exceed the size thresholds for this heading.