HS Code for Asbestos cement sheets

Asbestos cement sheets are classified under Harmonized System (HS) code 681140. This classification is specifically designated for "Asbestos-cement; articles or the like, containing asbestos". The description directly covers manufactured articles where asbestos cement is the primary material. This code is appropriate because asbestos cement sheets are composite materials formed from cement reinforced with asbestos fibers, designed for construction purposes such as roofing, cladding, or partitioning. The classification focuses on the finished article made from this specific composite material, distinguishing it from raw asbestos or other asbestos-containing products.

Products Included

• Corrugated asbestos cement sheets
• Flat asbestos cement sheets
• Asbestos cement panels
• Asbestos cement roofing tiles
• Asbestos cement pipes
• Asbestos cement building boards

Common Misclassification

Asbestos cement sheets can be misclassified if the specific composition or form is not accurately identified. HS code 681181 covers "Articles of cellulose fibre-cement or the like, containing asbestos; sheets, panels, tiles and similar articles". The distinction here is crucial: 681140 is specifically for asbestos-cement articles, while 681181 is for cellulose fibre-cement or similar materials that *also* contain asbestos. The primary reinforcing fiber dictates the correct subheading. Another potential misclassification could be with HS code 6812, which covers "Fabricated asbestos fibers; mixtures with a basis of asbestos; articles of asbestos, other than goods of heading 6811 or 6813". However, 6812 is for articles made directly from asbestos fibers or mixtures, not specifically asbestos-cement composites, making 681140 the precise code for asbestos cement sheets.

FAQ

What is the HS code for asbestos cement sheets?

The HS code for asbestos cement sheets is 681140, which covers articles made from asbestos-cement or similar materials containing asbestos.

How does HS 681140 differ from other asbestos-containing articles?

HS 681140 specifically applies to articles made from asbestos-cement. This distinguishes it from articles made primarily from asbestos fibers or mixtures (covered under HS 6812) or from cellulose fibre-cement articles that may also contain asbestos (covered under HS 681181). The key is the specific composition of the composite material.