Asbestos Fire Blanket Fabric from Japan
Woven asbestos cloth cut for emergency fire blankets in factories. Classified HTS 6812.99.90.00 as fabricated asbestos fabric not made into clothing or headgear. Designed to smother flames without burning through.
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
• Test fabric for flame resistance per NFPA 701 standards before shipment
• Clearly mark packages 'Asbestos - Handle with Care' per IATA regulations
• Avoid classification disputes by providing weave pattern and density specifications