6813.20.00.20/Asbestos Brake Pads for Boeing 737/China

Asbestos Brake Pads for Boeing 737 from China

Unmounted brake pads composed primarily of asbestos fibers combined with mineral substances and binders, designed specifically for the landing gear braking systems of civil aircraft like the Boeing 737. Classified under HTS 6813.20.00.20 due to their asbestos content and exclusive use in civil aviation brakes. These pads provide high-friction performance under extreme conditions without being mounted on backing plates.

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)
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Import Tips

• Obtain FAA or EASA certification documentation proving civil aircraft compatibility to avoid reclassification

• Provide detailed material composition analysis confirming asbestos basis to comply with HTS 6813 asbestos provisions

• Avoid common pitfalls like insufficient end-use declarations, which can lead to higher duties under general brake pad codes