What is HS-4 6806 used for?
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HS-4 · Heading
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
Chapter 68: Articles of stone, plaster, cement
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
Useful terms traders and brokers use for this HS-4 heading.
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
Frequent classification questions with short practical guidance.
How to classify rock wool in customs?
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Is exfoliated vermiculite under HS-6806?
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What are the differences between HS-680610 and HS-680620?
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Can I use HS-680690 for sound-absorbing materials?
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What products fall under HS-4 6806?
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How to import slag wool and vermiculite?
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Related topics
Common real-world topics that come up during code comparison.
classification of slag wool for import
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how to determine HS code for rock wool
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exfoliated vermiculite shipping requirements
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bulk insulation products HS-6806 details
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choosing between HS-680610 and HS-680620
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importing sound-absorbing mineral materials
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expanded clays for construction HS code
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heat insulating materials under HS-4 6806
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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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HS-6 subheadings (3)
- 680610Slag wool, rock wool and similar mineral wools (including intermixtures thereof), in bulk, sheets or rolls
- 680620Exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays, foamed slag and similar expanded mineral materials (including intermixtures thereof)
- 680690Minerals; mixtures and articles of heat-insulating, sound-insulating or sound-absorbing mineral materials, other than those of heading no. 6811 or 6812 or of chapter 69