Tar Paper Roll for Construction
Tar paper roll for construction is traditional #15 or #30 tar paper made by asphalt-impregnating kraft paper, used for temporary weather protection under siding. The product is an article of asphalt in rolls, and the paper serves as a carrier. It falls under tariff item 6807.10.00, as it is not merely coated paper of Chapter 48.
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% |
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the paper is not coated or impregnated with asphalt in a way that would classify it as coated paper of heading 48.10 or 48.11; if the asphalt is the essential character, it stays in 6807
• Provide the asphalt content and paper weight to CBSA for classification
• Check if the product meets Canadian building code requirements for weather protection
Related Products under Tariff item 6807.10.00
APP Modified Asphalt Roll Roofing
APP modified asphalt roll roofing is a commercial roofing material composed of atactic polypropylene (APP) modified bitumen reinforced with a fiberglass mat. It is supplied in rolls and used for torch-applied flat roofing systems. The polymer modification enhances flexibility and durability while the product remains an article of asphalt in rolls, falling under tariff item 6807.10.00.
Asphalt Roofing Roll Felt
Asphalt roofing roll felt is a roll of felt saturated with petroleum bitumen, used as an underlayment beneath roofing shingles. The felt is typically made of organic or fiberglass fibers, and the asphalt impregnation makes it an article of asphalt. It is supplied in rolls and falls under tariff item 6807.10.00 as an article of asphalt in rolls.
Bitumen Waterproofing Membrane Roll
Bitumen waterproofing membrane roll is a self-adhesive SBS-modified bitumen membrane with polyester reinforcement, used for basement and foundation waterproofing. The product is an article of asphalt in roll form, with the bitumen providing the primary waterproofing function. It falls under tariff item 6807.10.00 as an article of asphalt in rolls.
Coal Tar Pitch Roofing Roll
Coal tar pitch roofing roll consists of rolls of felt saturated with coal tar pitch, historically used in built-up roofing systems. Coal tar pitch is a similar material to asphalt, and the product is formed into rolled articles. It falls under tariff item 6807.10.00 as an article of similar material in rolls.
Fiberglass Asphalt Saturated Roll
Fiberglass asphalt saturated roll is a continuous roll of fiberglass mat saturated with asphalt, used for reinforcing built-up roofing systems. The asphalt impregnation makes the product an article of asphalt, and it is supplied in rolls. It falls under tariff item 6807.10.00 as an article of asphalt in rolls.
Petroleum Bitumen Damp-Proof Course Roll
Petroleum bitumen damp-proof course roll is a heavy-duty roll of petroleum bitumen sheeting used as a damp-proof course in masonry walls. The product is primarily composed of petroleum bitumen and is supplied in rolls. It falls under tariff item 6807.10.00 as an article of petroleum bitumen in rolls.