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Mineral Wool Acoustic Ceiling Tiles from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Include NRC (Noise Reduction Coefficient) ratings in documentation for classification support

• Ensure tiles are not framed as 'furniture' to avoid chapter 94 exclusion