Mineral-Based Brake Pads from Japan
Unmounted brake pads made from mineral substances like ceramic composites, designed for automotive disc brakes. These friction materials provide high-performance stopping power without asbestos, falling under HTS 6813.89.00 as non-asbestos friction articles for brakes. They are sold as individual pads for aftermarket replacement.
Duty Rate — Japan → 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 6813.81
• Include technical datasheets showing brake-specific use and basis of mineral substances for customs validation
• Watch for common pitfalls like mislabeling as mounted pads, which shift to Chapter 87 headings