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Asbestos Smock for Glass Blowing from Germany

An asbestos smock for glass blowing is a protective garment fabricated from asbestos mixtures, designed to shield glass blowers from extreme heat and molten glass splashes. It qualifies as clothing of asbestos under tariff item 6812.91.00, which covers articles of asbestos mixtures.

Duty Rate — Germany → Canada

15.5%

Import Tips

• Classify the smock as clothing of asbestos, not as a safety garment of another material, to stay within this tariff item

• Confirm the smock is not reinforced with metal or other materials that could change its classification

• Check with the CBSA for any health and safety restrictions on asbestos products