Asbestos Heat-Resistant Sleeves from Germany
Arm sleeves of asbestos fabric for industrial heat protection. HTS 6812.91.90.00 for such clothing accessories, distinct from coated paper of 4811 or chapter 71 articles.
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
• Include hazmat shipping papers; certify no friable asbestos
• Pitfall: set sales with gloves reclassified as kits