About HS Code 681299
This HS code covers asbestos and asbestos-based mixtures or articles not specifically classified elsewhere, excluding crocidolite and goods of headings 6811 or 6813. While trade in asbestos is heavily restricted or banned in many countries due to severe health risks, a niche market still exists for legacy infrastructure maintenance or in regions with less stringent regulations. Importers and exporters are typically specialized industrial firms, often dealing with historical applications or specific industrial processes where alternatives are not yet fully adopted. Key considerations in trade include strict international conventions (like the Rotterdam Convention), national import/export bans, and rigorous safety protocols for handling. The global volume of trade under this code has significantly diminished over the past decades as industries transition to safer materials.
Products Under This Code
Asbestos gaskets, Asbestos packing materials, Asbestos textiles (specialized), Asbestos insulation boards (legacy), Asbestos paper, Asbestos rope, Asbestos yarn
Real World Examples
Klinger (historical asbestos gaskets), Garlock (historical asbestos products), Johns Manville (historical asbestos insulation), Eternit (historical asbestos-cement products)
Common Misclassification
This code can be confused with 6811 (articles of asbestos-cement) or 6813 (friction materials of asbestos), but 681299 specifically covers other forms not elsewhere specified within heading 6812.
Products Classified Under 6812.99
Trade Overview
Trade in asbestos is heavily restricted globally; countries like Russia, China, Kazakhstan, and Brazil have historically been major producers/exporters, while some developing nations may still import for specific industrial uses.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 681299?
HS code 681299 covers: Asbestos or mixtures with a basis of asbestos (other than crocidolite); fibres, mixtures or articles n.e.c. in heading no. 6812, whether or not reinforced, not goods of heading 6811 or 6813. This HS code covers asbestos and asbestos-based mixtures or articles not specifically classified elsewhere, excluding crocidolite and goods of headings 6811 or 6813. While trade in asbestos is heavily restricted or banned in many countries due to severe health risks, a niche market still exists for legacy infrastructure maintenance or in regions with less stringent regulations. Importers and exporters are typically specialized industrial firms, often dealing with historical applications or specific industrial processes where alternatives are not yet fully adopted. Key considerations in trade include strict international conventions (like the Rotterdam Convention), national import/export bans, and rigorous safety protocols for handling. The global volume of trade under this code has significantly diminished over the past decades as industries transition to safer materials.
What products fall under HS code 681299?
Asbestos gaskets, Asbestos packing materials, Asbestos textiles (specialized), Asbestos insulation boards (legacy), Asbestos paper, Asbestos rope, Asbestos yarn
What are common misclassifications for HS code 681299?
This code can be confused with 6811 (articles of asbestos-cement) or 6813 (friction materials of asbestos), but 681299 specifically covers other forms not elsewhere specified within heading 6812.
How is HS code 681299 structured?
HS code 681299 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (68) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (12) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (99) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.