Cellulose Fiber-Cement Backer Board from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide water absorption test data per ASTM standards; declare as backer board not finished tile; bundle properly to avoid breakage claims