Fiber-Cement Shake Siding
Textured shake-style siding mimicking wood shakes, made from cellulose fiber-cement. These products are classified under tariff item 6811.89.00 as non-specified fiber-cement articles per Chapter 68 exclusions.
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% |
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- CBSA
CBSA FPA Risks (Soil) · Required
Canada Border Services Agency: CBSA CBSA FPA Risks (Soil) requires review / declaration data. CBSA's Single Window matching criteria match this classification number (Within Range 6801000000–6815919000).
- HC
Consumer Products Safety · May be required
May require HC Consumer Products Safety depending on intended use (HC21) and Canadian product category (HC29, HC30, HC31, HC32, HC33, HC34, HC35, HC36, HC37); or intended use (HC22, HC23, HC24, HC26, HC27) and Canadian product category (HC37). Matching criteria: Equal To 6811890000; Equal To 6811890000. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the siding contains asbestos
Asbestos-cement articles are classified under this heading.
If the siding is made of wood rather than fiber-cement
Wooden shingles and shakes are classified in Chapter 44.
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 shake siding does not contain asbestos and is not classified as a wood product
• Provide the CBSA with product specifications showing the fiber-cement composition
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.