Exfoliated Vermiculite Pipe Insulation

Compressed exfoliated vermiculite pipe lagging for lightweight thermal protection on exhaust pipes. HTS 6806.10.00.60 covers pipe coverings from expanded mineral materials like vermiculite mixtures.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.9%+35.0%38.9%
🇲🇽Mexico3.9%+10.0%13.9%
🇨🇦Canada3.9%+10.0%13.9%
🇩🇪Germany3.9%+10.0%13.9%
🇯🇵Japan3.9%+10.0%13.9%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2530.10.00.00Lower: 35% vs 38.9%

If unexpanded raw vermiculite

Raw/unnaturally expanded minerals excluded under Chapter 68 note (a) to Chapter 25

6806.20.00.00Lower: 35% vs 38.9%

If loose fill or bulk expanded clays

Bulk expanded materials are 6806.20; preformed pipe shapes are 6806.10 pipe coverings

6811.40.00.00Lower: 35% vs 38.9%

If containing asbestos

Asbestos-containing mineral articles specifically under 6811, safety-regulated

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Import Tips & Compliance

Certify vermiculite expansion process and non-asbestos purity for regulatory clearance

Volume/weight ratios in invoices help prove expanded state vs raw minerals (Chapter 25)

If mixed with >50% cement, may shift to 6811 as articles of cementitious mixtures

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