Semi-Metallic Brake Linings for Drum Brakes from China

Unmounted semi-metallic brake linings for drum brake systems, made from mineral fillers, cellulose resins, and metallic fibers for enhanced durability. These linings are cut-to-size for heavy-duty trucks and do not contain asbestos. Falls under HTS 6813.81.00.50 as other non-asbestos brake linings with mineral/cellulose basis.

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

Provide test reports showing compatibility with SAE J661 friction standards for customs validation

Label with exact thickness and arc length specifications to match vehicle applications

Avoid misdeclaration as organic linings, which could shift to different chemical-based headings