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U.S. exports of fabricated asbestos fibers, mixtures & articles (not elsewhere specified) (HS 681299) totaled $137K in July 2026.
Fabricated Asbestos Fibers, Mixtures & Articles (Not Elsewhere Specified) imports of $11K in July 2026 ran 78% above the year-to-date monthly average of $6K.
Last updated: July 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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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6812992000 | Compressed Asbestos Fiber Jntng in Sheets O Rolls | $5K | 34.99% | 100.00% | $2K |
| 6812999000 | Asbestos Articles, NESOI | $5K | 10.02% | 100.00% | $524 |
| 6812991000 | Asbestos Paper, Millboard and Felt | $0 | -- | -- | -- |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 6812990160 | Fabricated Asbestos Fibers;asbestos Mixtures NESOI | $77K |
| 6812990120 | Asbestos Gaskets, Packing and Seals | $59K |
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.
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$11KYoY · Pro
Exports
$137KYoY · Pro
12-mo low · imports
YoY · ProFewer than 6 of the last 12 months reported trade above $500K; the trend chart is not shown for thin series.
Through July 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Exports · July 2026
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Mexico and Canada together take 81% of it.
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rate provision · imports
the effective duty rate is 22.66%.