Cellulose Fiber-Cement Soffit Vent
Vented soffit panels made of fiber-cement material, used for eaves ventilation in buildings. These products fall under tariff item 6811.89.00 as other articles of cellulose fibre-cement not containing asbestos, and are not classified as 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 soffit vents contain asbestos
Articles of asbestos-cement are classified under this heading, which is separate from non-asbestos articles.
If the vents are made of plastic rather than fiber-cement
Plastic building articles are classified in Chapter 39, not in Chapter 68.
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
• Verify that the soffit vents do not contain asbestos and are not designed as electrical insulators, which would fall under heading 85.46
• Keep commercial invoices and packing lists detailing the fiber-cement composition for CBSA clearance
Related Products under Tariff item 6811.89.00
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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
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