Product classification
HS code for Gypsum board: 6809.11
Plaster, or plaster compositions, boards, sheets, panels, tiles and similar articles, faced or reinforced with paper or paperboard only, not ornamented.
Classification of gypsum board under HS 6809.11
Gypsum board, commonly known as drywall or plasterboard, is classified under HS code 6809.11. This code is situated in Chapter 68, which covers articles of stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica, or similar materials. Heading 6809 specifically addresses articles of plaster or of compositions based on plaster. Subheading 6809.11 is highly specific, covering boards, sheets, panels, tiles, and similar articles that are faced or reinforced with paper or paperboard only, and are not ornamented. The classification depends on the structural composition: a core of gypsum (plaster) sandwiched between layers of paper. If the board is reinforced with other materials like glass fiber or is decorated/ornamented, it would fall under a different subheading. This code is essential for international trade in the construction sector, ensuring that standard building panels are distinguished from decorative plaster moldings or industrial plaster components.
- Covers
- Standard drywall sheets
- Paper-faced plasterboard
- Gypsum wallboard
- Fire-resistant gypsum board (paper-faced)
- Water-resistant gypsum board (paper-faced)
- Also under 6809.11
- USG Sheetrock Brand Gypsum Panels
- Knauf Plasterboard
- Saint-Gobain Gyproc Wallboard
- Georgia-Pacific ToughRock
- National Gypsum Gold Bond
Codes often confused with 6809.11
Common mistake. A common error is using HS code 6809.19, which is for boards and panels faced or reinforced with materials other than paper (such as fiberglass mats). Another misclassification is 6809.90, which is a residual category for other articles of plaster that do not take the form of boards or sheets, such as statues or industrial molds.
Top exporters and importers of HS 680911 (the code used for gypsum board), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 680911 (the code used for gypsum board) in UN Comtrade data was Mexico, with 16% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 14% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 680911, not only gypsum board.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Mexico $293M 16% of world exports
- 2 United States $147M 7.9% of world exports
- 3 Germany $121M 6.5% of world exports
World total: $1.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $291M 14% of world imports
- 2 Canada $122M 6.0% of world imports
- 3 France $122M 6.0% of world imports
World total: $2.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for gypsum board
Brazil classifies gypsum board under NCM 6809.11.00: HS 6809.11 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about gypsum board
What is the HS code for Gypsum board?
The HS code for Gypsum board is 680911 (Plaster, or plaster compositions; boards, sheets, panels, tiles and similar articles, faced or reinforced with paper or paperboard only, not ornamented). The HS code for gypsum board faced or reinforced only with paper is 6809.11.
How do I classify Gypsum board for customs?
Gypsum board is classified under HS code 680911 — Plaster, or plaster compositions; boards, sheets, panels, tiles and similar articles, faced or reinforced with paper or paperboard only, not ornamented. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are moisture-resistant boards included in 6809.11?
Yes, as long as the reinforcement is limited to paper or paperboard and the board is not ornamented.
Which countries are the top exporters of gypsum board (HS 680911)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 680911 (the code used for gypsum board) in UN Comtrade data were Mexico ($293M, 16% of world exports), the United States ($147M) and Germany ($121M). World exports came to about $1.9B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of gypsum board (HS 680911)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 680911 (the code used for gypsum board) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($291M, 14% of world imports), Canada ($122M) and France ($122M). World imports came to about $2.0B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Is the HS code for Gypsum board the same in all countries?
The base HS code 680911 for Gypsum 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.
What is the NCM code for gypsum board in Brazil?
In Brazil, gypsum board (HS 680911) is classified under NCM 6809.11.00.