Crocidolite Asbestos Packing Rope from China
Twisted rope fabricated from crocidolite asbestos fibers for valve stem packing in high-temperature applications. Falls under HTS 6812.80.90.00 as other crocidolite asbestos articles, excluding yarn or specific roofing products. Used in pumps and industrial seals.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Declare exact asbestos fiber content and crocidolite type to avoid reclassification
• Use licensed hazmat shippers; pitfall is insufficient ventilation labeling on packaging
• Check country-specific bans, as crocidolite is highly regulated globally