About HS Code 680610
This HS code encompasses various forms of mineral wools, primarily slag wool and rock wool, which are highly valued in international trade for their exceptional thermal and acoustic insulation properties. These materials are manufactured by melting natural rocks (like basalt or diabase) or industrial by-products (like blast furnace slag) and spinning them into fine fibers. Major importers are countries with active construction industries, particularly those focused on energy efficiency and fire safety in buildings, such as European nations, the USA, and Canada. Exporters often include countries with significant industrial output and access to raw materials, like China, Germany, and Scandinavian countries. The trade is driven by global demand for sustainable building practices, energy conservation, and stringent fire safety regulations, making these mineral wools critical components in modern construction and industrial insulation applications.
Products Under This Code
Rock wool insulation boards, Slag wool blankets, Mineral wool rolls, Acoustic mineral wool panels, Fire-rated mineral wool slabs, Loose fill mineral wool, Pipe insulation sections
Real World Examples
Rockwool (Roxul), Owens Corning Thermafiber, Knauf Insulation Mineral Wool, Paroc, Grodan (horticultural rockwool)
Common Misclassification
This code is distinct from other insulating materials like glass wool (7019) or asbestos-based products (6812), as it specifically covers slag and rock wools. It could be confused with 680690 if the form is not clearly bulk, sheets, or rolls, but rather a more complex article.
Products Classified Under 6806.10
Trade Overview
Key importers are the USA, Germany, and France, with major exporters being China, Germany, and Denmark.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 680610?
HS code 680610 covers: Slag wool, rock wool and similar mineral wools (including intermixtures thereof), in bulk, sheets or rolls. This HS code encompasses various forms of mineral wools, primarily slag wool and rock wool, which are highly valued in international trade for their exceptional thermal and acoustic insulation properties. These materials are manufactured by melting natural rocks (like basalt or diabase) or industrial by-products (like blast furnace slag) and spinning them into fine fibers. Major importers are countries with active construction industries, particularly those focused on energy efficiency and fire safety in buildings, such as European nations, the USA, and Canada. Exporters often include countries with significant industrial output and access to raw materials, like China, Germany, and Scandinavian countries. The trade is driven by global demand for sustainable building practices, energy conservation, and stringent fire safety regulations, making these mineral wools critical components in modern construction and industrial insulation applications.
What products fall under HS code 680610?
Rock wool insulation boards, Slag wool blankets, Mineral wool rolls, Acoustic mineral wool panels, Fire-rated mineral wool slabs, Loose fill mineral wool, Pipe insulation sections
What are common misclassifications for HS code 680610?
This code is distinct from other insulating materials like glass wool (7019) or asbestos-based products (6812), as it specifically covers slag and rock wools. It could be confused with 680690 if the form is not clearly bulk, sheets, or rolls, but rather a more complex article.
How is HS code 680610 structured?
HS code 680610 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (68) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (06) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.