HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 6812.99 – 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
HS code 6812.99 is the 6-digit subheading for 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. It is used for asbestos gaskets, asbestos packing materials, asbestos textiles (specialized), asbestos insulation boards (legacy) and asbestos paper.
What HS 6812.99 covers
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.
- Covers
- Asbestos gaskets
- Asbestos packing materials
- Asbestos textiles (specialized)
- Asbestos insulation boards (legacy)
- Asbestos paper
- Asbestos rope
- Asbestos yarn
- Examples
- Klinger (historical asbestos gaskets)
- Garlock (historical asbestos products)
- Johns Manville (historical asbestos insulation)
- Eternit (historical asbestos-cement products)
Codes often confused with 6812.99
Common mistake. 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.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 681299, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 681299 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 51% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Indonesia, with 11% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $22M 51% of world exports
- 2 India $9.7M 22% of world exports
- 3 Russia* ~$5.4M 12% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $44M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Indonesia $5.8M 11% of world imports
- 2 Kazakhstan $5.3M 10% of world imports
- 3 Thailand $4.9M 9.5% of world imports
World total: $51M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM codes for 6812.99 4
Brazil splits HS 6812.99 into 4 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 6812.99.10 Asbestos gaskets and similar sealing elementsJuntas e outros elementos com função semelhante de vedação
- 6812.99.20 Fabricated asbestos fibresAmianto trabalhado, em fibras
- 6812.99.30 Asbestos or asbestos-magnesium carbonate mixturesMisturas à base de amianto ou à base de amianto e carbonato de magnésio
- 6812.99.90 Other asbestos articlesOutras
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 68.12 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 6812.99
What is HS code 681299?
HS code 681299 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that 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.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 681299?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 681299 in UN Comtrade data were China ($22M, 51% of world exports), India ($9.7M) and Russia (about $5.4M). World exports came to about $44M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 681299?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 681299 in UN Comtrade data were Indonesia ($5.8M, 11% of world imports), Kazakhstan ($5.3M) and Thailand ($4.9M). World imports came to about $51M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
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.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 681299?
Brazil splits HS code 681299 into 4 NCM codes: 6812.99.10 (Asbestos gaskets and similar sealing elements), 6812.99.20 (Fabricated asbestos fibres), 6812.99.30 (Asbestos or asbestos-magnesium carbonate mixtures), 6812.99.90 (Other asbestos articles). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.