Bituminized Waterproofing Paper Roll
Bituminized waterproofing paper is asphalt-impregnated kraft paper in rolls, used for damp-proofing foundations and walls. Classified under HTS 4811.10.21.00 for 'other' tarred, bituminized, or asphalted paperboard in rolls or sheets, as it features surface impregnation excluding it from headings 4803, 4809, or 4810.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If for use in prefabricated asphalt roofing membranes
Articles like finished waterproofing membranes with bituminized paper are in Chapter 68, not raw paper.
If coated with polyethylene instead of bitumen
PE-coated paper for waterproofing goes to specific 4811 subheadings for polymer-coated papers.
If self-adhesive with bituminous layer
Self-adhesive sheets of polymers or impregnated materials shift to Chapter 39 plastics.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Submit certificates confirming bituminous impregnation exceeds 50% by weight for proper 4811 classification
• Avoid retail packaging; bulk rolls prevent shift to 4821 as worked articles
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Tarred Asphalt Roofing Felt
Tarred asphalt roofing felt is a heavy-duty paper impregnated with asphalt or tar, supplied in rolls for use as an underlayment in roofing applications. It falls under HTS 4811.10.21.00 as 'other' tarred or bituminized paper in rolls, distinct from goods in headings 4803, 4809, or 4810, due to its surface impregnation with bituminous substances for weatherproofing.
Asphalt-Impregnated Building Paper
Asphalt-impregnated building paper, often called #15 or #30 felt, is tar-saturated paper in rolls for construction sheathing and weather barriers. It qualifies for HTS 4811.10.21.00 as 'other' asphalted paper in rolls, impregnated to provide moisture resistance, outside the scope of 4803, 4809, or 4810.
Tarred Kraft Envelope Liner Paper
Tarred kraft envelope liner paper is bituminized kraft in sheets or rolls, used as waterproof liners inside heavy-duty mailing envelopes. Under HTS 4811.10.21.00 for 'other' tarred paper, it features surface bituminization for grease/moisture resistance, not covered by 4803, 4809, or 4810.
Bitumen-Coated Damp-Proof Course Sheet
Bitumen-coated damp-proof course sheets are asphalted paperboard sheets used in masonry to prevent rising damp in walls. HTS 4811.10.21.00 covers these as 'other' bituminized paperboard in rectangular sheets, impregnated for impermeability, excluding 4803/4809/4810 goods.
Asphalt Saturated #30 Roofing Paper
#30 asphalt saturated roofing paper is medium-weight tar-impregnated felt in rolls, standard for shingle underlayment. It is classified in HTS 4811.10.21.00 as 'other' asphalted paper, featuring full bitumen saturation for roofing durability, not in 4803, 4809, or 4810.
Tar-Impregnated Insulation Facing Paper
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