Industrial Bitumen Impregnated Backer Board from Japan
Medium density fiberboard (0.35-0.5 g/cm³) with bitumen impregnation used as backer for tile in high-moisture industrial settings. Fits HTS 4411.94.00.30 for density and bitumen specs. Provides structural support and waterproofing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Certify compatibility with tile adhesives via manufacturer specs
• Declare as 'industrial use only' if avoiding residential building codes
• Use HTSUS binding ruling for consistent future shipments