Milled Chrysotile Asbestos Powder from China
Milled chrysotile asbestos reduced to powder form for filler applications, classified in HTS 2524.90.0055 as other chrysotile. Milling separates fibers without fabricating into articles. Remains in Chapter 25 as unworked natural mineral product.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document milling process to prove it doesn't constitute 'working' under Note 2 to Chapter 25
• Ensure dust-tight packaging to prevent airborne contamination during transit
• Consult CBP rulings for powder vs fiber distinctions to avoid reclassification