Crocidolite Asbestos Valve Stem Seals from Germany
Pre-formed seals from crocidolite asbestos for high-pressure steam valves in power plants. Classified HTS 6812.80.90.00 as other crocidolite articles excluding gaskets of 6813. Engineered for temperatures exceeding 600°C.
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
• Provide OEM specifications to justify industrial classification
• Use ITC ruling requests for complex seals to prevent delays
• Monitor EU REACH bans affecting crocidolite supply chains