About HS Code 680919
This HS code covers a range of specialized plaster-based boards, sheets, panels, and similar articles that are not faced solely with paper or paperboard, and are also unornamented. This category includes advanced gypsum boards reinforced with materials like fiberglass, mesh, or other non-paper substances to enhance properties such as moisture resistance, fire resistance, impact strength, or sound insulation. These products are crucial for specific construction applications where standard drywall is insufficient. Importers are typically specialized building material distributors, contractors for commercial or industrial projects, and suppliers catering to niche construction demands. Exporters are often advanced building material manufacturers investing in R&D for high-performance solutions. Trade considerations include specific performance ratings (e.g., fire, water, impact), reinforcement type, and compliance with stringent building codes for specialized environments.
Products Under This Code
Fiberglass-reinforced gypsum boards, moisture-resistant plasterboard (non-paper faced), fire-rated gypsum panels (special reinforcement), impact-resistant plaster sheets, cement-backed gypsum boards, exterior gypsum sheathing
Real World Examples
USG Durock Cement Board (often used in similar contexts), Knauf Aquapanel Cement Board, CertainTeed GlasRoc, Georgia-Pacific DensShield, Saint-Gobain Habito
Common Misclassification
Often confused with 680911 (standard paper-faced drywall) or 680990 (other plaster articles). The key differentiator is the reinforcement material being something other than just paper/paperboard.
Products Classified Under 6809.19
Trade Overview
Developed countries with stringent building codes like the USA, Germany, and Japan are significant markets and producers for these specialized plaster products.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 680919?
HS code 680919 covers: Plaster, or plaster compositions; boards, sheets, panels, tiles and similar articles, (other than faced or reinforced with paper or paperboard only), not ornamented. This HS code covers a range of specialized plaster-based boards, sheets, panels, and similar articles that are not faced solely with paper or paperboard, and are also unornamented. This category includes advanced gypsum boards reinforced with materials like fiberglass, mesh, or other non-paper substances to enhance properties such as moisture resistance, fire resistance, impact strength, or sound insulation. These products are crucial for specific construction applications where standard drywall is insufficient. Importers are typically specialized building material distributors, contractors for commercial or industrial projects, and suppliers catering to niche construction demands. Exporters are often advanced building material manufacturers investing in R&D for high-performance solutions. Trade considerations include specific performance ratings (e.g., fire, water, impact), reinforcement type, and compliance with stringent building codes for specialized environments.
What products fall under HS code 680919?
Fiberglass-reinforced gypsum boards, moisture-resistant plasterboard (non-paper faced), fire-rated gypsum panels (special reinforcement), impact-resistant plaster sheets, cement-backed gypsum boards, exterior gypsum sheathing
What are common misclassifications for HS code 680919?
Often confused with 680911 (standard paper-faced drywall) or 680990 (other plaster articles). The key differentiator is the reinforcement material being something other than just paper/paperboard.
How is HS code 680919 structured?
HS code 680919 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (68) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (09) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (19) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.