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Asbestos-Cement Electrical Insulation Boards from Germany

Boards combining asbestos-cement with insulating properties for electrical panels and switchgear enclosures. Asbestos provides dielectric strength while cement adds mechanical rigidity. Fits HTS 6811.40.00.00 as asbestos-cement articles, excluded from Chapter 85 electrical insulators per notes.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Include UL or equivalent certification if claiming electrical use to avoid reclassification

• Segregate from other cargo to prevent contamination claims during transit

• Track CPSC regulations as some asbestos products face retroactive recalls