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Vermiculite Friction Strips from Germany

Strips of exfoliated vermiculite mineral with cellulose binders for brake applications. HTS 6813.89.0050 covers other non-asbestos mineral friction strips. Used in aftermarket brake relining.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Source vermiculite from certified non-asbestos mines with origin certificates

• Specify strip dimensions for customs verification against heading requirements

• Avoid combination with Chapter 25 raw minerals to prevent exclusion