Amosite Asbestos Ore
Amosite, or brown asbestos, is an amphibole mineral ore containing long, coarse brown fibers, sourced from South African mines. It falls under HTS 2524.90.00 as 'other asbestos' in its raw ore form before milling. Known for acid resistance, formerly used in chemical plant linings.
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If primarily iron ore matrix
Amosite often occurs in iron-rich ores; if iron content dominates, it may classify under Chapter 26 metal ores.
If friction materials containing amosite
Asbestos incorporated into brake linings or clutch facings becomes a Chapter 68 manufactured article.
If ground into mica-like splittings
Processed into splittings suitable for agglomerated mica shifts to heading 2525 per statistical notes.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include XRF/XRD analysis reports verifying amosite composition to prevent reclassification
• Comply with OSHA 1910.1001 standards; ensure containers have proper hazmat placards
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Actinolite Asbestos Raw Fiber
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