Peat Mulch Mats
Rolled mats of compressed peat used for garden mulching to retain moisture and suppress weeds. These mats are manufactured articles of peat, not raw peat, and fall under tariff item 6815.20.00 as articles of peat for landscaping.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 4.5% | — | 4.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 4.5% | — | 4.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 4.5% | — | 4.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 4.5% | — | 4.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 4.5% | — | 4.5% |
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 mats are woven or plaited from peat fibers
Mats made by weaving or plaiting may be classified as vegetable plaiting materials.
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
• Confirm the mats are made solely of peat and not reinforced with synthetic materials
• Declare the goods as articles of peat under 6815.20.00 and keep documentation of the manufacturing process
• Check if any agricultural import regulations apply to peat products used in gardening
Related Products under Tariff item 6815.20.00
Compressed Peat Pots for Seedlings
Biodegradable pots molded from compressed peat, designed for starting seedlings and transplanting directly into soil. These pots are manufactured articles of peat, not raw peat, and are classified under tariff item 6815.20.00 as articles of peat for horticultural use.
Horticultural Peat Blocks
Pre-cut blocks of compressed peat used as a growing medium for plants and seedlings. These blocks are processed articles of peat, not raw peat, and fall under tariff item 6815.20.00 as articles of peat for horticultural applications.
Peat Animal Bedding Bricks
Dried peat bricks processed for use as absorbent bedding in animal stalls and cages. These bricks are manufactured articles of peat, distinct from raw peat, and are classified under tariff item 6815.20.00 as articles of peat for agricultural use.
Peat Briquettes for Fuel
Compressed blocks of dried peat used as solid fuel for heating and cooking. These briquettes are manufactured articles of peat, not raw peat, and fall under tariff item 6815.20.00 as articles of peat not elsewhere specified.
Peat Cat Litter Clumping Pellets
Pelletized peat moss designed for cat litter with natural clumping and odor control. These pellets are manufactured articles of peat, processed for a specific use, and are classified under tariff item 6815.20.00 as articles of peat.
Peat Fire Logs
Pre-formed logs made from peat fibers bound together for use in fireplaces and outdoor fires. These logs are manufactured articles of peat, not raw peat, and fall under tariff item 6815.20.00 as articles of peat for fuel use.