Crocidolite Asbestos Rock from China
Crocidolite, or blue asbestos, is a fibrous amphibole mineral mined primarily from South Africa and Australia, appearing as blue needle-like fibers in rock matrix. Classified under HTS 2524.90.00 as 'other asbestos,' it is the most hazardous form due to its carcinogenicity. Historically used in insulation but now strictly controlled.
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)
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Secure special permits from customs and environmental agencies; crocidolite faces additional WHO/IARC restrictions
• Label shipments as 'carcinogenic material' per UN dangerous goods regulations (Class 9)