Perlite-Vermiculite Insulation Blend from China
Expanded perlite mixed with exfoliated vermiculite creates a high-performance loose-fill insulation for attics and walls. Falls under HTS 6806.20.00.00 as intermixtures of similar expanded mineral materials (noting perlite expansion aligns). Excellent for sound and heat insulation.
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
• Confirm both perlite and vermiculite are thermally expanded via supplier certificates
• Declare fire resistance ratings if marketed for building codes compliance
• Avoid plastic bag packaging that might suggest Chapter 39 plastic products