Crocidolite Asbestos Fiber Bundles

Bundles of separated crocidolite asbestos fibers extracted from ore, maintaining natural blue coloration and fibrous structure suitable for industrial applications. Falls under HTS 2524.10.00.00 as unprocessed crocidolite asbestos per Chapter 25 definitions.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2524.90.00Lower: 25% vs 35%

If for non-crocidolite asbestos fibers

HTS 2524.10 specifically identifies blue crocidolite; other fibers use the residual asbestos subheading

6812Lower: 10% vs 35%

If fabricated into woven asbestos textiles

Woven or processed asbestos products classify as fabricated articles in Chapter 68

2517.10.00Same rate: 35%

If mixed with peats or similar materials per Chapter note

Chapter note prioritizes heading 2517 for pebbles, gravel, or mixed mineral products

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include safety data sheets (SDS) documenting crocidolite's carcinogenicity for customs clearance

Use proper UN-approved packaging for hazardous material transport

Check destination country prohibitions—crocidolite banned in EU, Australia, and many others