Bagasse Fiber Cement Boards from Mexico
Bagasse fiber cement boards are panels made from sugarcane bagasse, a vegetable fiber waste product, agglomerated with cement. These boards are designed for use in humid environments due to their resistance to mold and termites. They fall under tariff item 6808.00.00 as articles of vegetable fiber agglomerated with mineral binders.
Duty Rate — Mexico → Canada
4%
Import Tips
• Ensure the boards are clearly labeled as vegetable fiber agglomerated with cement to support classification under 6808.00.00
• Provide a certificate of origin if claiming preferential tariff treatment under a free trade agreement
• Keep records of the manufacturing process to demonstrate the mineral binder content