Asbestos-Free Ceramic Brake Pads from China
High-performance ceramic-based brake pads designed for automotive disc brakes, composed of mineral substances like silica and alumina combined with binders, not mounted for installation. These fall under HTS 6813.81.00 as friction material pads for brakes without asbestos, specifically categorized as brake linings and pads. They provide superior stopping power and low dust for passenger vehicles.
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
• Verify composition certificates confirming no asbestos content to comply with EPA regulations and avoid reclassification
• Include detailed technical specs and end-use statements in documentation to distinguish from mounted assemblies