What types of products are included in HS-4 6806?

HS-4 6806 includes slag wool, rock wool, exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays, and mixtures of heat or sound insulating materials.

How do I classify rock wool sheets?

Rock wool sheets should be classified under **680610** as they are a form of slag wool or similar mineral wools.

What is the difference between HS-680610 and HS-680620?

HS-680610 covers slag wool and rock wool, while HS-680620 is for exfoliated vermiculite and expanded clays.

Can I use HS-680690 for all insulation materials?

No, HS-680690 is for other heat-insulating or sound-insulating materials not classified under headings 6811, 6812, or chapter 69.

Are there any special import requirements for these materials?

Yes, you may need to provide specific documentation and comply with safety standards depending on the material and its end use.

What should I do if I'm unsure about the classification?

Consult with a customs broker or refer to customs rulings to ensure correct classification and compliance with regulations.

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6806 — Slag, rock wool and similar mineral wools; exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays, foamed slag, mixtures and articles of heat, sound insulating or sound-absorbing mineral materials

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Plain-language overview

Use HS-4 6806 when importing products like slag wool or exfoliated vermiculite, often used for insulation in construction. For example, if you're shipping rolls of rock wool for thermal insulation, this heading applies.

Choosing between the HS-6 lines can be tricky. If your product is primarily slag wool or rock wool in bulk, sheets, or rolls, classify it under 680610. However, if it’s exfoliated vermiculite or expanded clays, you’ll want 680620 instead.

For products that don’t fit neatly into the first two categories but still serve as heat or sound insulating materials, look at 680690. This line covers a broader range of mixtures and articles, excluding those specifically listed in headings 6811 or 6812.

Keywords & topics

Short phrases that describe this HS-4 heading when you're searching or filtering schedules.

slag wool · rock wool · exfoliated vermiculite · expanded clays · foamed slag · heat insulating materials · sound insulating materials · mineral wools · bulk insulation products · thermal insulation · construction materials · acoustic insulation · mineral mixtures · sound-absorbing materials · insulation sheets · insulation rolls

Examples

Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.

Bulk slag wool for insulation
Rock wool sheets for soundproofing
Exfoliated vermiculite for gardening
Expanded clay aggregates for lightweight concrete
Foamed slag used in thermal insulation panels
Sound-absorbing mineral mixtures for acoustic treatment
Heat-insulating materials for industrial applications

Common questions

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What is HS-4 6806 used for?
How to classify rock wool in customs?
Is exfoliated vermiculite under HS-6806?
What are the differences between HS-680610 and HS-680620?
Can I use HS-680690 for sound-absorbing materials?
What products fall under HS-4 6806?
How to import slag wool and vermiculite?

Questions & answers

For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.

What types of products are included in HS-4 6806?: HS-4 6806 includes slag wool, rock wool, exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays, and mixtures of heat or sound insulating materials.
How do I classify rock wool sheets?: Rock wool sheets should be classified under **680610** as they are a form of slag wool or similar mineral wools.
What is the difference between HS-680610 and HS-680620?: HS-680610 covers slag wool and rock wool, while HS-680620 is for exfoliated vermiculite and expanded clays.
Can I use HS-680690 for all insulation materials?: No, HS-680690 is for other heat-insulating or sound-insulating materials not classified under headings 6811, 6812, or chapter 69.
Are there any special import requirements for these materials?: Yes, you may need to provide specific documentation and comply with safety standards depending on the material and its end use.
What should I do if I'm unsure about the classification?: Consult with a customs broker or refer to customs rulings to ensure correct classification and compliance with regulations.

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