6812.91.10.00 - Footwear

This HTS classification, 6812.91.10.00, specifically covers footwear manufactured from fabricated asbestos fibers, mixtures of asbestos with magnesium carbonate, or articles derived from these mixtures. This includes a wide array of footwear designed with asbestos-based components, potentially for applications requiring heat resistance or other specialized properties inherent to asbestos materials. The scope encompasses all types of footwear, from boots and shoes to sandals, as long as their construction or component parts are based on the materials described in heading 6812.

This particular subheading distinguishes itself from its sibling, 6812.91.90.00 ("Other"), by its precise designation for footwear. While the sibling category would encompass other articles of asbestos mixtures not specifically listed, this heading is narrowly tailored to the footwear segment. The classification hinges on the presence and primary material composition of the footwear, focusing on whether asbestos or asbestos-based mixtures form a significant part of its construction.

As a leaf node in the HTS, 6812.91.10.00 does not have further subdivisions. Therefore, the classification decision for any given footwear item will rest solely on its compliance with the description of containing fabricated asbestos fibers or mixtures thereof. Importers and exporters must meticulously examine the material composition of the footwear to ensure accurate declaration, paying close attention to any asbestos content as defined by the broader scope of heading 6812.