High-Strength Paperfaced Plaster Panels
Reinforced gypsum core with standard paper facing for structural applications. Classified 6809.11.00 as strength derives from plaster density, not non-paper materials.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If molded into specific shapes
Formed or shaped plaster articles go to 6810.
If metal-framed assemblies
Metal structures with plaster infill classify by metal.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Certify compressive strength per ASTM standards
• Declare as 'sheets, panels' not 'structural members'
• Check for inadvertent fiber inclusion via lab tests
Related Products under HTS 6809.11.00
Moisture-Resistant Greenboard Drywall
Gypsum panels with green paper facing designed for high-humidity areas like bathrooms. It qualifies for HTS 6809.11.00 as the moisture resistance comes from the paper treatment, with no other reinforcements.
Mold-Resistant Purpleboard Drywall
Purple paper-faced gypsum designed for mold-prone environments, with antimicrobial treatment in the core and paper. Fits 6809.11.00 as paper is the only reinforcement.
Standard Gypsum Drywall Sheets
These are gypsum board panels faced on both sides with paper, used for interior walls and ceilings in residential construction. They fall under HTS 6809.11.00 as boards of plaster compositions reinforced solely with paper or paperboard, without additional ornamentation or other reinforcements.
Paper-Faced Plasterboard Panels
Flat panels made from gypsum plaster core encased in heavy-duty paper liner, ideal for partitioning in commercial buildings. Classified under 6809.11.00 due to exclusive paper reinforcement and lack of ornamental features.
Fire-Rated Type X Gypsum Board
Paper-faced gypsum boards with special core additives for 1-hour fire resistance, used in multi-family housing. Falls under 6809.11.00 as fire rating is in the plaster composition, reinforced only by paper.
Abuse-Resistant Paperfaced Drywall
High-impact gypsum panels with denser core and paper facing for high-traffic areas like schools. Classified in 6809.11.00 solely due to paper reinforcement on plaster-based sheets.