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U.S. imports of brake linings & pads (asbestos-free, non-mineral, non-cellulose) (HS 681381) totaled $8.3M in June 2026, traded with 36 countries.
Importers of Brake Linings & Pads (Asbestos-Free, Non-Mineral, Non-Cellulose) paid $840K in duties in June 2026 — an effective duty rate of 11% on $8.0M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Asbestos-free brake linings and pads — formulated from organic, metallic, or ceramic friction compounds rather than asbestos, mineral substances, or cellulose — are a high-volume automotive aftermarket import. Brazil and India are the leading US suppliers under this heading, with Colombia and Mexico also significant sources, reflecting the broad global manufacturing base for modern friction materials. The heading includes a dedicated civil aircraft line (6813810010) alongside the general automotive and industrial line (6813810050), and goods from China are subject to Section 301 tariffs. Correct classification requires confirming the absence of asbestos and the non-mineral, non-cellulose binder composition.
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The importer bears the burden of establishing that the friction material contains no asbestos. This typically requires a material safety data sheet (MSDS), a manufacturer's certificate of composition, or laboratory test results confirming the absence of asbestos fibers. Customs may request this documentation at entry, particularly for goods from origins with known legacy asbestos use.
Yes. Brake linings and pads destined for civil aircraft use are subject to FAA airworthiness and parts traceability requirements in addition to standard HTS classification. Importers should ensure that parts are accompanied by FAA Form 8130-3 or equivalent approved documentation, and that the supplier holds appropriate approvals, before claiming the aircraft-specific tariff line.
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6813810050 | BRK LNGS A PADS,NOT ASBESTOS, NESOI | $8.2M | 10.12% | 95.88% | $833K |
| 6813810010 | BRK LNGS & PADS,FOR CIVIL AIRCRAFT,NOT ASBESTOS | $92K | 6.90% | 68.99% | $6K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 6813810000 | BRAKE LININGS A PADS ETC NOT CONT ASBESTOS | $9.7M |
Monthly import values over time
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | -- | $2.5M | +$2.5M |
| North Carolina | $902K | $1.2M | +$267K |
| Ohio | $129K | $1.8M | +$1.7M |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHICAGO, IL | $746K | $3.1M | +$2.4M |
| SWEETGRASS, MT | -- | $2.0M | +$2.0M |
| SAVANNAH, GA | $1.6M | -- | -$1.6M |