HS Code for Cement bonded particle board
View full HS code detailsCement bonded particle board is classified under HS code 6808.00. This classification is governed by the composition of the product, which consists of vegetable fibers (such as wood shavings, chips, sawdust, or straw) that are agglomerated with a mineral binder, most commonly Portland cement. According to the Chapter 68 notes, this heading includes panels, boards, tiles, and blocks made of vegetable materials that have been bonded together using cement, plaster, or other mineral binders. The classification is distinct from standard wood particle boards because the binder is inorganic. Under GRI 1, the specific description in heading 6808 for "vegetable fiber... agglomerated with cement" takes precedence over general wood products in Chapter 44. These boards are valued in construction for their fire resistance, acoustic insulation, and durability, which are properties imparted by the mineral matrix surrounding the organic fibers. The presence of the mineral binder is the defining characteristic that moves the product from the wood chapter to the stone and cement chapter.
Products Included
- Wood-wool cement boards (WWCB)
- Excelsior panels bonded with Portland cement
- Straw-cement building slabs
- Acoustic ceiling tiles made of cement-bonded wood fibers
- Composite panels of wood particles and mineral binders
Common Misclassification
The most common misclassification is HS code 4410, which covers wood particle board. However, 4410 is strictly for boards bonded with organic resins (like urea-formaldehyde). If a mineral binder is used, the product must move to 6808. Another error is 6810, which covers articles of cement or concrete; however, 6810 is for products without a significant vegetable fiber component. If the board is made of asbestos-cement, it falls under 6811. Identifying the binder type is the most critical step in avoiding these errors.
FAQ
What is the HS code for cement bonded particle board?
The correct HS code for panels or boards made of vegetable fibers agglomerated with cement or other mineral binders is 6808.00.
Why is cement bonded particle board not in Chapter 44?
Chapter 44 is reserved for wood and articles of wood bonded with organic substances. Because cement is a mineral (inorganic) binder, the General Rules of Interpretation require the product to be classified in Chapter 68, which covers articles of stone, plaster, and cement.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Cement bonded particle board?
The HS code for Cement bonded particle board is 680800 (Panels, boards, tiles, blocks and the like; of vegetable fibre, of straw, shavings, chips, particles, sawdust or other waste, of wood, agglomerated with cement, plaster or other mineral binders).
How do I classify Cement bonded particle board for customs?
Cement bonded particle board is classified under HS code 680800 — Panels, boards, tiles, blocks and the like; of vegetable fibre, of straw, shavings, chips, particles, sawdust or other waste, of wood, agglomerated with cement, plaster or other mineral binders. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Cement bonded particle board the same in all countries?
The base HS code 680800 for Cement bonded particle board is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.