Plaster Wall Sconce Backer
Plaster wall sconce backers are gypsum plaster mounting blocks used to provide solid backing for wall sconces and light fixtures. They are finished articles of plaster, not boards or sheets, and classify under tariff item 6809.90.90 as other articles of plaster.
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% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the backers are fittings of insulating material for electrical purposes
Electrical insulators and fittings of insulating material are excluded from Chapter 68 and classified in heading 85.47.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the backers are not considered electrical insulators or fittings of insulating material, which are excluded from Chapter 68
• Declare the gypsum composition and mounting function to support classification
• Verify if the backers are part of a lighting fixture, which may fall under Chapter 94
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