Vermiculite-Core Acoustic Door Seals from Germany
Intumescent acoustic pads with exfoliated vermiculite cores for fire-rated door sound seals in commercial buildings. Expand under heat while maintaining sound insulation. Sound-absorbing mineral article under HTS 6806.10.00.10.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include intumescent expansion test data per ASTM E84 for fire door assemblies
• Declare as 'articles' not components to stay in 6806 vs Chapter 83 hardware
• Avoid adhesive backing if it exceeds 5% weight to prevent plastics reclassification