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Hemlock Wood Wool Insulation from Germany

Compressed hemlock excelsior panels for loose-fill wall insulation (R-value 2.2 per inch). HTS 4405.00.00.00 classification for cellulosic wood wool insulation. Borate treatment for fire/smoldering resistance.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Thermal conductivity certificates (K-factor) for building code approval

• Borate content analysis (<15%) to maintain wood wool status

• Settled density specs (2.5-3.5 lb/cu.ft.) for blower installation