Asbestos Clutch Washers from Japan
Friction washers made from compressed asbestos sheets for clutch packs in industrial transmissions. Classified in HTS 6813.20.00 as unmounted clutch articles with asbestos basis. Used in agricultural and marine applications.
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
• Comply with Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA) for any school-related imports
• Document non-coating status to avoid Chapter 56 exclusions for impregnated fabrics