Standard Gypsum Drywall Sheet
A 4x8 foot gypsum board panel consisting of a core of gypsum plaster sandwiched between paper facings, used for interior wall and ceiling construction. It falls under HTS 6809.19.00.00 as a board of compositions based on plaster, not ornamented, for building purposes. This unadorned sheet provides fire resistance and soundproofing in residential and commercial structures.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If fiber cement reinforced
Boards containing asbestos or fiber cement compositions are classified under heading 6811, not plaster-based articles.
If primarily wood fiber with minor plaster
Medium density fiberboard (MDF) falls under Chapter 44 if the essential character is wood-based rather than plaster.
If surface ornamented or decorated
Ornamented plaster boards with patterns or relief move to the specific subheading for decorated articles.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify gypsum purity and paper facing composition to ensure classification under Chapter 68, avoiding exclusions for coated materials in Chapter 48
• Provide mill test reports certifying non-ornamented status and fire ratings to prevent misclassification as finished panels
Related Products under HTS 6809.19.00.00
Moisture-Resistant Greenboard Panel
Gypsum board with a green paper facing treated for mold and moisture resistance, commonly used in bathrooms and kitchens. Classified under HTS 6809.19.00.00 as an unornamented sheet or panel of plaster composition, distinct from fully waterproof tiles. The treatment is functional, not ornamental, maintaining its building board purpose.
Mold-Resistant Gypsum Wallboard
Purple-faced gypsum board with antimicrobial treatment for high-humidity areas like basements. Under HTS 6809.19.00.00 as other unornamented plaster panels, not coated per Chapter 48 exclusions. The facing color and treatment are functional for building use.
Flexible Gypsum Sheathing Board
Thin, flexible gypsum panels for curved wall applications and exterior sheathing under siding. HTS 6809.19.00.00 covers this unornamented plaster sheet variant for construction. Flexibility from reduced core density.
Abuse-Resistant High-Impact Gypsum Panel
Reinforced gypsum board for high-traffic areas like schools and hospitals, resisting dents and impacts. Unornamented plaster composition under HTS 6809.19.00.00 for interior walls. Reinforcement fibers embedded in core.
Sag-Resistant Gypsum Ceiling Board
Moisture and sag-resistant panels specifically for ceiling applications in humid environments. Plain surface, plaster-based under HTS 6809.19.00.00. Engineered core prevents drooping.
Standard 1/2-Inch Drywall Panel
Classic 1/2-inch thick gypsum wallboard for standard residential interior partitioning. Unornamented sheet of plaster composition per HTS 6809.19.00.00. Paper-faced on both sides.