Exfoliated Vermiculite Fire-Rated Sound Panels from Mexico
Fire-resistant panels using exfoliated vermiculite for sound control in commercial kitchens and mechanical rooms. Under HTS 6806.90.00.10 as acoustical boards with dual heat/sound insulation from expanded minerals. Exceeds 1-hour fire rating.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• UL or ASTM fire test certifications mandatory; declare vermiculite percentage
• Avoid mislabeling as gypsum board (6811)
• Bulk density specs prevent undervaluation