Mineral-Based Brake Pads from Mexico
Unmounted friction pads made from mineral substances like rock wool and ceramic fibers, designed for automotive brake systems. Classified under HTS 6813.89.0050 as friction material not containing asbestos, based on other mineral substances for brakes. Does not include mounted pads or asbestos-containing products.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
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
Import Tips
• Verify composition certificates confirming no asbestos content to avoid reclassification under excluded categories
• Provide detailed technical specs showing basis of mineral substances vs. synthetic fibers for proper 6813 classification