Asbestos Civil Aircraft Brake Pad from China
A brake pad containing asbestos fibers designed specifically for civil aircraft braking systems, such as those used in commercial airliners like Boeing 737. It falls under HTS 6813.20.00.10 as it is a brake pad with asbestos basis for use in civil aircraft. The material provides high friction and heat resistance essential for aviation safety.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Obtain FAA or EASA certification documentation to prove civil aircraft use and compliance with aviation safety standards
• Verify asbestos content labeling and ensure adherence to international hazardous material transport regulations like IATA
• Avoid misclassification by providing engineering specs confirming it's unmounted and for brakes, not mounted assemblies