Asbestos Foundry Worker Slippers from Germany
Lightweight slippers made of asbestos-magnesium carbonate mixtures for foundry workers handling hot molds. Specifically under HTS 6812.91.10.00 as asbestos-based footwear, distinct from clothing or headgear. Ensures foot protection in molten metal areas.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Ensure documentation excludes Chapter 68 exclusions like Chapter 25 minerals; test for free asbestos fibers
• Common issue: incorrect weighting of magnesium carbonate
• Use NIOSH-approved labs for certification