Cellulose Fiber-Cement Drain Pipe from Germany
A rigid tube made from cellulose fiber-reinforced cement, used for underground drainage systems in residential and commercial plumbing. It falls under HTS 6811.89.10.00 as a tube of cellulose fiber-cement not containing asbestos, distinct from metal or plastic pipes. These pipes offer durability and corrosion resistance for non-pressurized wastewater applications.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify asbestos-free certification with lab test reports to comply with import bans and HTS exclusion
• Provide engineering specs confirming cellulose fiber-cement composition to avoid reclassification as concrete pipe
• Check local building codes for diameter and pressure ratings, as non-compliant pipes may face regulatory holds