Harmonized System
U.S. imports of Fabricated Asbestos Fibers, Mixtures & Articles (Not Elsewhere Specified) (HS 681299) totaled $11K in September 2026, imported from 6 countries.
Fabricated Asbestos Fibers, Mixtures & Articles (Not Elsewhere Specified) imports of $11K in September 2026 ran 39% above the year-to-date monthly average of $8K.
Last updated: September 2026 dataAsbestos gaskets, compressed fiber jointing, paper, millboard, felt, and other fabricated asbestos articles that do not fit narrower headings are consolidated here across five 10-digit tariff lines. Japan leads US import supply under this heading, followed by China and Colombia — a supplier mix that reflects both legacy industrial demand and the continued use of asbestos in certain sealing and jointing applications in markets where it remains permitted. All such imports are subject to EPA TSCA review, and the compressed asbestos fiber jointing line (6812992000) is particularly relevant to the petrochemical and refinery maintenance sectors. Importers should verify that each article's asbestos content and fiber type are accurately declared.
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Asbestos gaskets, packing, and seals have their own dedicated 10-digit line (6812990120), which should be used when the article's primary function is sealing or packing. Compressed asbestos fiber jointing in sheet or roll form is classified under 6812992000, while asbestos paper, millboard, and felt fall under 6812991000. Residual fabricated asbestos articles not fitting any of these specific lines are classified under 6812999000.
Japan has historically maintained production of certain asbestos-containing industrial components — particularly gaskets and sealing materials — for legacy equipment maintenance in sectors such as refining and heavy manufacturing. Japanese-origin goods in this category typically serve replacement-part demand rather than new construction, which explains the continued trade flow despite broad global restrictions on asbestos use.
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Low of 10 reported months · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to September 2026, the U.S. imported $115K of Fabricated Asbestos Fibers, Mixtures & Articles (Not Elsewhere Specified).
Fewer than 6 of the last 12 months reported trade, or the latest month was under $500K; the trend chart is not shown for thin series.
Through September 2026 · imports 10 of 12 months reported, exports 11 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Subheading 1 of 3 in heading 6812
Subheading 681299 · $11K of $20K
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6812992000 | Compressed Asbestos Fiber Jntng in Sheets O Rolls | $17K | 37.51% | 100.00% | $6K |
| 6812991000 | Asbestos Paper, Millboard and Felt | $3K | 12.50% | 100.00% | $351 |
| 6812999000 | Asbestos Articles, NESOI | — | -- | -- | -- |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 6812990120 | Asbestos Gaskets, Packing and Seals | $69K |
| 6812990160 | Fabricated Asbestos Fibers; Asbestos Mixtures NESOI | $69K |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
Imports · September 2026
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China and India together supply 100% of it. China pays 37.5% duty; India 10.0%.
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rate provision · imports
duty collected equals 24.53% of imports for consumption.