Fiber-Cement Roof Shingles from Japan
Individual interlocking shingles produced from cellulose fiber-cement for durable roofing applications. Falls under HTS 6811.89.90.00 as other non-asbestos fiber-cement articles, distinct from corrugated sheets or pipes. Chapter notes exclude Chapter 25 stone or Chapter 94 items.
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 fire-rating test reports as fiber-cement shingles often require them; check for anti-dumping duties on certain origins; bundle securely to prevent breakage during shipping