Bitumen Coated MDF Insulation Board for Wall Sheathing from China
Medium-low density fiberboard impregnated with bitumen for enhanced water resistance in exterior wall applications. Provides thermal insulation and structural backing in construction. Falls under 4411.94.00.70 as low-density fiberboard specifically treated with bitumen.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Document bitumen impregnation process and percentage to distinguish from surface-coated products under different subheadings
• Ensure formaldehyde emission compliance (EPA TSCA Title VI) with test reports for fiberboard imports
• Check for anti-dumping duties if sourced from specific Asian manufacturers previously subject to investigations