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Rock Wool Brake Washer Rings from Japan

Annular washer-shaped friction material from rock wool minerals for brake caliper applications. Classified in HTS 6813.89.0050 as other non-asbestos mineral-based friction washers for brakes. Excludes coated textiles or mounted articles.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Certify rock wool content exceeds synthetic fibers to maintain mineral substance basis

• Document as 'friction washers, not mounted' to avoid 7318 hardware classification