Asbestos Friction Washer Strips
Asbestos friction washer strips are strips of asbestos-based friction material cut for use as washers in clutch and brake assemblies of agricultural equipment. They fall under tariff item 6813.20.19 as other brake linings and pads containing asbestos, given their friction application. The strips are unmounted and supplied in lengths for cutting to size.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 5% | — | 5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the strips are not classified as brake linings or pads but other friction articles
This item covers other asbestos-based friction articles, such as general strips or rolls.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the strips are not mounted or incorporated into a clutch or brake assembly, as that would change classification
• Confirm the asbestos basis is primary; if cellulose or textile dominates, the product may fall elsewhere
• Be aware that agricultural equipment parts may have different duty rates under other tariff items
Related Products under Tariff item 6813.20.19
Asbestos Brake Segments
Pre-cut segments of asbestos friction material for segmented brake shoes in heavy equipment, unmounted and containing asbestos as basis with other minerals. These segments are used in mining and construction machinery and are not mounted, qualifying under this tariff item.
Asbestos Brake Shoe Lining Sheets
Asbestos brake shoe lining sheets are unmounted sheets of friction material composed primarily of asbestos fibers, designed for lining brake shoes in heavy-duty vehicles. They fall under tariff item 6813.20.19 as other brake linings and pads containing asbestos, since they are not for the specific motor vehicles listed in the sibling item. The sheets are supplied unmounted and ready to be cut or fitted by the end user.
Asbestos Cellulose Brake Friction Discs for Cranes
Unmounted discs of asbestos fibers bound with cellulose and minerals for crane hoist brakes, precisely matching 'other' asbestos brake pads/linings. These discs are not mounted and contain asbestos, qualifying under this tariff item.
Asbestos Cellulose Clutch Washers
Asbestos cellulose clutch washers are pre-cut washer shapes made from an asbestos-cellulose friction mix, used in clutch packs for transmissions. These washers are unmounted and fall under tariff item 6813.20.19 as other brake linings and pads containing asbestos, given their clutch application. The cellulose component allows for wet-clutch use, but the asbestos basis determines the classification.
Asbestos Clutch Discs
Unmounted clutch friction discs composed of asbestos-based material reinforced with textiles, used in manual transmission systems. These discs contain asbestos as the basis and are not mounted, fitting the tariff item for other asbestos friction articles for clutches.
Asbestos Clutch Facing Discs
Asbestos clutch facing discs are unmounted, disc-shaped friction facings made with asbestos fibers for automotive clutch plates, providing high heat resistance. They fall under tariff item 6813.20.19 as other brake linings and pads containing asbestos, since they are not for the motor vehicles specified in the sibling item. The discs are supplied unmounted and ready for installation.