Exterior Gypsum Sheathing Panel
Water-resistant gypsum panels used as exterior sheathing under brick veneer. The unornamented plaster composition and building application classify it under tariff item 6809.19.00 as other plaster articles.
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% |
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 sheathing is faced with paper or glass fiber mat
Faced sheathing panels are classified under the subheading for reinforced or faced boards.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the water-resistant treatment does not involve coating with materials outside Chapter 68
• Provide installation specifications showing the panel's use as structural sheathing
• Ensure the product is not combined with insulation materials that could affect classification
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