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Asbestos Cellulose Brake Friction Discs for Cranes from Japan

Unmounted discs of asbestos fibers bound with cellulose and minerals for crane hoist brakes. Precisely matches 'other' asbestos brake pads/linings in HTS 6813.20.00.15. Differentiated from Chapter 71 articles or Chapter 82 tools.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Require third-party lab certification of asbestos basis; avoids reclassification to synthetics

• Label as 'not for automotive use' if industrial to prevent 8708 errors