Mineral Wool Acoustic Ceiling Tiles
Suspended ceiling tiles incorporating rock wool core for sound absorption in offices. Falls under HTS 6806.90.00 as sound-insulating articles of mineral materials, not furniture of chapter 94.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| π¨π³China | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| π²π½Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| π¨π¦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| π©πͺGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| π―π΅Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If primarily glass fiber construction
Glass wool acoustic products shift to chapter 70 glass articles.
If sold as complete prefabricated ceiling systems
Assembled ceiling panels with framing become prefabricated buildings under chapter 94.
If paper-faced with significant paper content
Paper-coated mineral boards may classify under chapter 48 if coating dominates.
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Import Tips & Compliance
β’ Include NRC (Noise Reduction Coefficient) ratings in documentation for classification support
β’ Ensure tiles are not framed as 'furniture' to avoid chapter 94 exclusion
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