6812.99.90.00 - Other 🖩
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | m2 |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | 25% |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
HTS Code 6812.99.90.00 encompasses articles made from fabricated asbestos fibers, mixtures containing asbestos, or mixtures of asbestos and magnesium carbonate, that are not specifically classified under other headings within 6812 or elsewhere. This category acts as a residual for asbestos-containing articles not falling into more specific subcategories. Examples might include certain types of asbestos tapes, cords, or shaped articles that do not fit the precise definitions of paper, millboard, felt, or compressed jointing sheets.
This category is distinguished from its siblings by the specific forms and intended uses of the asbestos articles. HTS Code 6812.99.10.00 covers asbestos in the form of paper, millboard, and felt, which are typically characterized by their fibrous structure and intended for insulation or filtration. HTS Code 6812.99.20.00 specifically addresses compressed asbestos fiber jointing materials supplied in sheets or rolls, designed for sealing applications under pressure. Therefore, 6812.99.90.00 captures asbestos articles that are neither the more processed paper/felt forms nor the specialized compressed jointing materials.
As this is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories. Classification into this heading relies on the residual nature of the goods, meaning they are asbestos-containing articles that do not meet the specific criteria for classification under any other more narrowly defined provision within heading 6812 or other chapters of the HTS. Importers must ensure that the articles are indeed fabricated asbestos fibers, mixtures thereof, or articles made from such mixtures, and that they do not conform to the descriptions of sibling categories.