Insulated Concrete Form (ICF) Blocks

ICF blocks combine expanded polystyrene cores with concrete-receiving shells, poured on-site for walls. HTS 6810.11.00 if imported as preformed concrete building blocks.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China3.2%+35.0%38.2%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico3.2%+10.0%13.2%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada3.2%+10.0%13.2%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany3.2%+10.0%13.2%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan3.2%+10.0%13.2%

Alternative Classifications

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

3921.13Lower: 14.2% vs 38.2%

If polystyrene foam without cement shell

Plastic foam blocks alone are Chapter 39 cellular plastics.

6810.91.00Lower: 35% vs 38.2%

If pre-poured into finished forms

Completed insulated panels are prefabricated articles.

7308.90.70Lower: 35% vs 38.2%

If metal-framed ICF systems

Metal structures with concrete infill classify by metal.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Declare as 'concrete blocks with foam inserts' and specify pourable design

β€’ Ensure structural integrity tests for customs acceptance