Tarred Waterproofing Paper Roll from Mexico
Rolls of paper (width 1.2m) treated with coal tar for damp-proof courses in building foundations and walls. Meets HTS 4811.10.11.00 criteria as tarred paper in rolls >15 cm wide, excluded from 4809/4810.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Test for tar content (>80% wood fibers optional but helpful) and provide chemical analysis if requested
• Ensure roll width documentation; customs measures actual width post-unwinding
• Avoid mixing with plastic-coated papers, which may classify under 3918 as plastic sheeting