Asbestos Friction Sheets from China
Large sheets of asbestos-based friction material in rolls or strips, for cutting into brake or clutch components. HTS 6813.20.00 applies as unmounted articles with asbestos basis combined with cellulose. Used in industrial machinery rebuilding.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include MSDS sheets highlighting asbestos fibers to meet OSHA and EPA import requirements
• Label packages clearly as 'Asbestos-Containing Material' per DOT hazardous material rules
• Avoid bulk shipments without prior CBP ruling to prevent hold for environmental review