Asbestos Clutch Facing Discs from China

Unmounted disc-shaped friction facings made with asbestos fibers for automotive clutch plates, providing high heat resistance. Classified under HTS 6813.20.00.25 due to asbestos content and clutch application, supplied in raw form for manufacturer assembly. Often includes cellulose binders for cohesion.

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 prior import permits for asbestos-containing goods from environmental agencies like EPA

Label shipments clearly as 'asbestos friction material' to prevent customs delays

Watch for reclassification risks if textile content exceeds typical levels