Fiber-Cement Culvert Pipe from Japan
Large-diameter tubes of cellulose fiber-cement used for roadside drainage culverts, supporting heavy traffic loads. Falls under HTS 6811.89.10.00 as non-asbestos fiber-cement pipes, excluding Chapter 68 monumental stone or Chapter 73 metals. Engineered for stormwater management.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Obtain structural engineering certifications to confirm load-bearing specs for infrastructure use
• Declare exact dimensions early, as oversized pipes may trigger additional transport regulations