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U.S. imports of other articles of plaster or plaster-based compositions, nesoi (HS 680990) totaled $4.2M in July 2026, traded with 24 countries.
Importers of Other Articles of Plaster or Plaster-Based Compositions, NESOI paid $89K in duties in July 2026 — an effective duty rate of 26% on $337K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Other Articles of Plaster or Plaster-Based Compositions, NESOI imports of $4.2M in July 2026 ran 12% above the year-to-date monthly average of $3.7M.
Last updated: July 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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328 shipments/mo
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.
Subheading 2 of 3 in heading 6809
Subheading 680990 · $4.2M of $26.1M
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6809900000 | Othr Artcls of Plaster or O Cmpstns Bs Pls NESOI | $4.2M | 2.13% | 8.09% | $89K |
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 | $429K |
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.
ImportsExports
Imports
$4.2MYoY · Pro
Exports
$429KYoY · Pro
12-mo low · imports
YoY · ProThrough July 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Imports · July 2026
origin
Canada and Mexico together supply 89% of it.
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destination
entry
rate provision · imports
90.3% enters free of duty; the effective duty rate is 2.13%.