Vulcanized Fiber Shim Stock Sheets from Canada

Thin precision sheets of noncellular vulcanized fiber used for shimming in machinery alignment. High tensile strength and machinability without lamination qualify it under this subheading. Specifically HTS 3920.79.05.00 for vulcanized fiber plates, sheets, film, foil, and strip.

Duty Rate — Canada → United States

13.1%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Provide thickness tolerance certifications (typically 0.005-0.125 inches) to prove sheet form

Label clearly as 'vulcanized fiber' to avoid paper classification disputes

Ensure no metal reinforcement, which would move to 3921