6813.89.00.50 - Other

This HTS category, 6813.89.00.50, specifically covers "Other" friction materials and articles thereof, not mounted, which are designed for use in brakes, clutches, or similar applications. The defining characteristic of this classification is that these items are formulated *without* asbestos. They are constructed using mineral substances or cellulose, potentially combined with textile or other materials, but critically, they must not contain asbestos. This distinction is paramount for proper classification within heading 6813.

To distinguish this category from its sibling, 6813.89.00.10, it is important to note that the latter is exclusively for friction materials intended for use in civil aircraft. Therefore, while both are non-asbestos friction materials, the intended application is the key differentiator. Category 6813.89.00.50 encompasses a broader range of non-asbestos friction materials that do not meet the specific criteria for aircraft use.

As this classification represents a leaf node in the HTS, there are no further subcategories. Classification within 6813.89.00.50 is determined by the absence of asbestos in the friction material's composition, its intended use in braking or clutching mechanisms (excluding those specified for aircraft), and its presentation as a component part rather than a fully assembled unit. Examples of goods falling into this category could include brake pads for general automotive use, clutch facings for industrial machinery, or friction discs for various mechanical applications that are not designated for aircraft.