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Reconstituted Mica Gaskets and Seals

Die-cut gaskets from agglomerated mica sheets for sealing high-pressure steam pipes and valves. HTS 6814.90.00.00 covers these as articles of reconstituted mica for industrial sealing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.6%+37.5%40.1%
🇲🇽Mexico2.6%+10.0%12.6%
🇨🇦Canada2.6%+10.0%12.6%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8484.90.00.00Lower: 40% vs 40.1%

If integral to gasket sets for machinery

Mica gaskets sold in sets with metal components classify as machinery sealing sets under 8484.

6815.99Lower: 12.5% vs 40.1%

If carbon-based with mica

Agglomerated articles with predominant carbon content shift to heading 6815.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Submit CAD drawings or die specs showing custom shaping to prove 'articles of mica' status

• Test for compressibility; poor performance may lead to rubber gasket reclassification (4016)

• Declare pressure ratings to support industrial, non-consumer use