Abuse-Resistant Gypsum Sheathing Board

Exterior-grade gypsum panel with paper facing and hardened core for sheathing applications, 5/8-inch thick. Classified in HTS 6809.11.00.10 due to paper-only facing despite enhanced durability from plaster formulation.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

6811.40.00.00Same rate: 35%

If sold for high-impact industrial or marine environments

Specialized plaster articles for harsh conditions may go to 6811.40.

4411.14Lower: 13.9% vs 35%

If core is wood-based medium density fiberboard

Wood fiberboards, even plaster-faced, classify in Chapter 44.

6809.19.00Higher: 38% vs 35%

If with glass mat facing for exterior durability

Glass mat gypsum sheathing (DensGlass) uses non-paper facing, shifting to 6809.19.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Certify core is gypsum plaster only; surface hardness tests help prove no non-paper facing

Specify 'sheathing grade' on docs but avoid 'water-resistant' if not greenboard

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Fire-Rated Type X Gypsum Panel

Type X gypsum wallboard with paper facing and special core additives for 1-hour fire resistance, used in commercial buildings. It qualifies for HTS 6809.11.00.10 as the facing is paper-only and fire rating derives from plaster composition, not additional reinforcements.

1/2-Inch Regular Gypsum Lath Board

Thin gypsum board sheets used as plaster base in veneer applications, double-faced with paper. Falls under HTS 6809.11.00.10 for its gypsum plaster core and exclusive paper reinforcement.

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