U.S. imports of Other Articles of Plaster or Plaster-Based Compositions, NESOI (HS 680990) totaled $4.4M in September 2026, imported from 28 countries.
Importers of Other Articles of Plaster or Plaster-Based Compositions, NESOI paid $160K in duties in September 2026, an average duty rate of 3.62% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Other Articles of Plaster or Plaster-Based Compositions, NESOI imports of $4.4M in September 2026 ran 14% above the year-to-date monthly average of $3.8M.
Last updated: September 2026 dataBeyond flat boards and panels, plaster and gypsum-based compositions are formed into a wide variety of functional articles — including architectural moldings, ceiling medallions, statuary, and industrial casting forms — all captured in this residual heading under a single US tariff line (6809900000). Canada and Mexico are the leading suppliers, with China also a significant source. Classification disputes can arise when plaster articles are decorative enough to be considered works of art or ornamental articles under other chapters, so the degree of ornamentation and commercial function are key factors.
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376 import shipments a month
CBP generally considers an article ornamented when decorative features are its primary commercial purpose rather than a secondary attribute of a functional product. A plain plaster ceiling tile is not ornamented; a plaster figurine or highly decorative architectural element may be. Articles that qualify as original sculptures or statuary could fall under Chapter 97. Importers of decorative plaster goods should document the article's primary commercial use and consult a licensed customs broker if the classification is uncertain.
China is among the top suppliers under this heading, and Chinese-origin articles of plaster may be subject to Section 301 tariffs depending on the specific HTS classification. Importers should verify the current Section 301 list applicability for the 10-digit tariff line with CBP or a licensed customs broker before shipment, as list coverage and exclusion status can change.
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6809900000 | Othr Artcls of Plaster or O Cmpstns Bs Pls NESOI | $4.2M | 1.94% | 9.18% | $82K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 6809900000 | Othr Artcls of Plaster or O Cmpstns Bs Pls NESOI | $504K |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
Subheading 2 of 3 in heading 6809
Subheading 680990 · $4.4M of $23.7M
ImportsExports
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$4.4MYoY · free account
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—YoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to September 2026, the U.S. imported $44.3M of Other Articles of Plaster or Plaster-Based Compositions, NESOI.
Through September 2026 · exports 11 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Imports · September 2026
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Canada and Mexico together supply 79% of it. China pays 32.1% duty; Mexico 0.0%.
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rate provision · imports
79.1% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 3.62% of imports for consumption.