Paper-Faced Gypsum Drywall Panel 4x8 ft
A standard 1/2-inch thick gypsum board with paper facing on both sides, used for interior wall and ceiling construction. It is a non-ornamented board of plaster reinforced only with paper, falling under tariff item 6809.11.00.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6% | — | 6% |
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 panel has a glass-fiber mat or other non-paper reinforcement
This alternative covers plaster boards with reinforcements other than paper.
If the panel is cut with a decorative pattern or shaped edges
This covers ornamental plaster articles beyond plain boards.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Standard drywall panels are squarely within this tariff item
• Ensure the paper facing is not coated or impregnated with any substance that could alter the classification
Related Products under Tariff item 6809.11.00
1/2-Inch Regular Gypsum Lath Board
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Abuse-Resistant Gypsum Sheathing Board
Exterior-grade gypsum panel with paper facing and hardened core for sheathing applications, 5/8-inch thick. The enhanced durability comes from the plaster formulation, and the facing is paper-only, so it qualifies for tariff item 6809.11.00.
Abuse-Resistant Paperfaced Drywall
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Fire-Rated Paper-Lined Plaster Panel 5/8-inch
A 5/8-inch Type X gypsum panel with paper facing, rated for 1-hour fire resistance in commercial fire separations. It is a non-ornamented board of plaster reinforced only with paper, classified under tariff item 6809.11.00.
Fire-Rated Type X Gypsum Board
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Fire-Rated Type X Gypsum Panel
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