Asbestos Heat-Resistant Sleeves from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include hazmat shipping papers; certify no friable asbestos
• Pitfall: set sales with gloves reclassified as kits