HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 6813.89 – Friction material and articles thereof (e.g. sheets, rolls, strips, segments, discs, washers, pads) not mounted; for clutches or the like (not brake linings and pads), with a basis of mineral substances or cellulose (other than asbestos)
HS code 6813.89 is the 6-digit subheading for friction material and articles thereof (e.g. sheets, rolls, strips, segments, discs, washers, pads) not mounted, for clutches or the like (not brake linings and pads), with a basis of mineral substances or cellulose (other than asbestos). It is used for clutch facings (non-asbestos), clutch discs (unmounted, non-asbestos), friction plates for transmissions, industrial clutch segments and friction washers for machinery.
What HS 6813.89 covers
This category encompasses non-asbestos friction materials and articles, such as sheets, rolls, strips, segments, discs, washers, and pads, specifically designed for clutches or similar power transmission applications, but not for brakes. These materials are vital for the smooth and efficient operation of clutches in automotive, agricultural, construction, and various industrial machinery. Importers and exporters are typically manufacturers of clutch systems, aftermarket parts suppliers, and industrial component distributors. Trade is influenced by global vehicle production, demand for heavy machinery, and the continuous need for durable, high-performance friction solutions. Material science advancements focus on improving wear resistance, thermal stability, and engagement characteristics to meet diverse application requirements.
- Covers
- Clutch facings (non-asbestos)
- Clutch discs (unmounted, non-asbestos)
- Friction plates for transmissions
- Industrial clutch segments
- Friction washers for machinery
- Clutch lining rolls
- Friction material sheets for clutches
- Examples
- Valeo clutch facings
- Exedy clutch components
- ZF clutch friction materials
- LUK clutch parts
- BorgWarner friction plates
Codes often confused with 6813.89
Common mistake. This code is differentiated from 681320 by the absence of asbestos and from 681381 by its application specifically for "clutches or the like" rather than brakes.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 681389, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 681389 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 29% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, 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 United States $163M 29% of world exports
- 2 Germany $88M 16% of world exports
- 3 China $70M 12% of world exports
World total: $559M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 India $61M 11% of world imports
- 2 China $60M 10% of world imports
- 3 Germany $49M 8.6% of world imports
World total: $568M 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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 6813.89 2
Brazil splits HS 6813.89 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 6813.89.10 Asbestos-free clutch friction discsDisco de fricção para embreagens
- 6813.89.90 Other asbestos-free friction materialOutras
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 68.13 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 6813.89
What is HS code 681389?
HS code 681389 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Friction material and articles thereof (e.g. sheets, rolls, strips, segments, discs, washers, pads) not mounted; for clutches or the like (not brake linings and pads), with a basis of mineral substances or cellulose (other than asbestos). This category encompasses non-asbestos friction materials and articles, such as sheets, rolls, strips, segments, discs, washers, and pads, specifically designed for clutches or similar power transmission applications, but not for brakes. These materials are vital for the smooth and efficient operation of clutches in automotive, agricultural, construction, and various industrial machinery. Importers and exporters are typically manufacturers of clutch systems, aftermarket parts suppliers, and industrial component distributors. Trade is influenced by global vehicle production, demand for heavy machinery, and the continuous need for durable, high-performance friction solutions. Material science advancements focus on improving wear resistance, thermal stability, and engagement characteristics to meet diverse application requirements.
What products fall under HS code 681389?
Clutch facings (non-asbestos), Clutch discs (unmounted, non-asbestos), Friction plates for transmissions, Industrial clutch segments, Friction washers for machinery, Clutch lining rolls, Friction material sheets for clutches
What are common misclassifications for HS code 681389?
This code is differentiated from 681320 by the absence of asbestos and from 681381 by its application specifically for "clutches or the like" rather than brakes.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 681389?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 681389 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($163M, 29% of world exports), Germany ($88M) and China ($70M). World exports came to about $559M, 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 681389?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 681389 in UN Comtrade data were India ($61M, 11% of world imports), China ($60M) and Germany ($49M). World imports came to about $568M, 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 681389 structured?
HS code 681389 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (68) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (13) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (89) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 681389?
Brazil splits HS code 681389 into 2 NCM codes: 6813.89.10 (Asbestos-free clutch friction discs), 6813.89.90 (Other asbestos-free friction material). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.