Basalt Rock Wool Sheet
Sheets of basalt-based rock wool, a natural mineral fiber product used for fire-resistant insulation in HVAC systems. The sheets are unprocessed mineral wool in sheet form, qualifying as similar mineral wools under tariff item 6806.10.00.
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 |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the sheets are rigidized with binders for structural use
Rigid sheets with binders become articles of mineral materials under 6806.90.00.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the sheets are not coated or impregnated with binders that would make them finished articles
• Provide technical specifications showing the basalt fiber composition to support classification as mineral wool
• Verify the sheets are not for use as electrical insulators, which would fall under heading 85.46
Related Products under Tariff item 6806.10.00
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Attic Rock Wool Insulation
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Basalt Fiber Acoustic Insulation Boards
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Basalt Fiber Pipe Insulation Sleeve
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