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Cellulose Fiber-Cement Backer Board

12x12 or larger cement boards used as underlayment for ceramic tile in wet areas like bathrooms. HTS 6811.82.00.00 includes these panels as cellulose fiber-cement articles not mounted or containing asbestos.

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 historical asbestos formulations

Legacy asbestos backer boards remain in 6811.40.

6810.91.00.00Same rate: 35%

If cement prefabricated building components

Larger structural cement boards may classify under 6810 building articles.

4411.93Lower: 13.9% vs 35%

If wood particle backer board

Non-cement wood fiber boards under Chapter 44.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide water absorption test data per ASTM standards; declare as backer board not finished tile; bundle properly to avoid breakage claims

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Square or rectangular tiles of fiber-cement for interior/exterior wall paneling, offering moisture resistance. Classified in 6811.82.00.00 as other tiles or similar articles of cellulose fiber-cement, excluding asbestos.

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