Cellulose Fiber-Cement Siding Panel
Pre-cut panels made from a composite of cellulose fibers and cement, designed for exterior wall cladding in residential construction. These panels are classified under tariff item 6811.89.00 as other articles of cellulose fibre-cement not containing asbestos, as they are not raw stone of Chapter 25 nor electrical insulators of heading 85.46.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 5% | — | 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 panels contain asbestos
This heading covers articles of asbestos-cement, which would apply if the product includes asbestos fibres.
If the panels are made primarily of concrete rather than fibre-cement
Articles of cement, concrete or artificial stone are classified in heading 68.10 when not made of cellulose fibre-cement.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the panels do not contain asbestos and have a certificate of origin if claiming preferential tariff treatment under a free trade agreement
• Declare the goods under tariff item 6811.89.00 as 'other articles' of cellulose fibre-cement, and be prepared to provide technical specifications to the CBSA officer upon request
Related Products under Tariff item 6811.89.00
Cellulose Fiber-Cement Ceiling Panels
Acoustic or decorative panels for suspended ceilings made from fiber-cement sheets. These are other non-asbestos articles, not covered by Chapter 94 luminaires or furniture exclusions.
Cellulose Fiber-Cement Cornice Molding
Ornate cornice profiles for roofline edges made of durable fiber-cement. These are classified as other non-asbestos articles, excluding coated paperboard or Chapter 59 textiles.
Cellulose Fiber-Cement Decorative Trim
Molded trim pieces like soffits and fascia boards from fiber-cement for architectural detailing. These are other non-asbestos articles, not tools or Chapter 82 items per exclusions.
Cellulose Fiber-Cement Drain Pipe
A rigid tube made from cellulose fiber-reinforced cement, used for underground drainage systems in residential and commercial plumbing. It falls under this tariff item as a non-asbestos article of cellulose fiber-cement.
Cellulose Fiber-Cement Electrical Conduit
Rigid conduits from cellulose fiber-cement for protecting underground electrical wiring in industrial settings. These are non-asbestos tubes, separate from Chapter 85 electrical insulators or plastic conduits.
Cellulose Fiber-Cement Gable Vent
Decorative vents for roof gables made of fiber-cement with louvers. These are other non-asbestos articles, not Chapter 95 toys or Chapter 82 tools.