Asphalted Vapor Barrier Paper from China
Asphalted vapor barrier paper is multi-ply tar/asphalt impregnated kraft in rolls for building envelope moisture control. Classified HTS 4811.10.21.00 as 'other' asphalted paper, featuring layered bituminous impregnation, distinct from 4803, 4809, 4810.
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 multi-ply construction and asphalt penetration depth
• Avoid sales as 'complete barrier systems' to prevent 6807 shift