Asbestos-cement, of cellulose fibre-cement or the like

HS v2017 Code: 6811

About asbestos-cement, of cellulose fibre-cement or the like

HS code 6811 covers a range of construction materials made from asbestos-cement or cellulose fibre-cement. These materials are widely used in the building and construction industry due to their durability, fire resistance, and affordability. As a key input for the construction sector, this industry plays a vital role in infrastructure development and the broader economic growth of many countries.

Production process

The production of asbestos-cement and cellulose fibre-cement products typically involves a process of mixing the raw materials, forming the desired shapes, and then curing and finishing the final products. Asbestos fibres or cellulose fibres are combined with cement, water, and other additives to create a homogeneous mixture. This mixture is then pressed, extruded, or molded into various building components, such as sheets, pipes, and tiles. The formed products are then cured through a controlled drying and hardening process to enhance their strength and stability.

Production inputs

The main inputs for the 6811 asbestos-cement, of cellulose fibre-cement or the like industry include asbestos fibres or cellulose fibres, cement, water, and various additives such as fillers and reinforcing agents. Specialized machinery, such as mixing equipment, forming machines, and curing ovens, are also essential for the production process. The availability and cost of these raw materials and equipment can significantly impact the industry's competitiveness and profitability.

Production outputs

The 6811 asbestos-cement, of cellulose fibre-cement or the like industry produces a range of construction materials, including sheets, pipes, tiles, and other building components. These products are primarily used in the construction of buildings, infrastructure, and various industrial applications. The outputs of this industry are often consumed by other construction-related industries, such as [nc_link(4501)(Building and construction work), [nc_link(4502)(Installation work), and [nc_link(4503)(Building completion and finishing work).

Family tree for asbestos-cement, of cellulose fibre-cement or the like

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/68'>68: Stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials; articles thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6811'>6811: Asbestos-cement, of cellulose fibre-cement or the like</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6801'>6801: Stone; setts, curbstones and flagstones, of natural stone (except slate)</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6802'>6802: Monumental or building stone, worked (except slate) and articles thereof (not of heading no. 6801) mosaic cubes etc., of natural stone including slate; artificially coloured granules of natural stone</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6803'>6803: Slate, worked; and articles of slate or of agglomerated slate</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6804'>6804: Millstones, grindstones, grinding wheels, etc without frameworks, for grinding, sharpening, polishing, etc and parts thereof, natural stone, agglomerated natural or artificial abrasives or of ceramics</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6805'>6805: Abrasive powder or grain; natural or artificial, on a base of textile material, of paper, paperboard or of other material, whether or not cut to shape or sewn or otherwise made up</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6806'>6806: Slag, rock wool and similar mineral wools; exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays, foamed slag, mixtures and articles of heat, sound insulating or sound-absorbing mineral materials</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6807'>6807: Asphalt or similar material; articles (e.g. petroleum bitumen or coal tar pitch)</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6808'>6808: Panels, boards, tiles, blocks and the like; of vegetable fibre, of straw, shavings, chips, particles, sawdust or other waste, of wood, agglomerated with cement, plaster or other mineral binders</a>"]
A --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6809'>6809: Plaster or compositions based on plaster; articles thereof</a>"]
A --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6810'>6810: Cement, concrete or artificial stone; whether or not reinforced, articles thereof</a>"]
A --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6812'>6812: Fabricated asbestos fibres; mixtures with a basis of asbestos or of asbestos and magnesium carbonate; articles of such mixtures or of asbestos (e.g. thread, woven fabric, clothing, footwear), whether or not reinforced, not goods of heading 6811 or 6813</a>"]
A --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6813'>6813: Friction material and articles thereof (e.g. sheets, rolls, strips, segments, discs, washers, pads) not mounted; for brakes, clutches or the like, with a basis of asbestos, other mineral substances, or cellulose</a>"]
A --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6814'>6814: Mica; worked, articles of, including agglomerated or reconstituted mica; whether or not on a support of paper, paperboard or other materials</a>"]
A --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6815'>6815: Stone or other mineral substances; articles thereof (including articles of peat), n.e.c. or included</a>"]

    B --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/681140'>681140: Asbestos-cement; articles or the like, containing asbestos</a>"]
B --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/681181'>681181: Cellulose fibre-cement; articles or the like; corrugated sheets, not containing asbestos</a>"]
B --> S["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/681182'>681182: Cellulose fibre-cement; articles or the like, sheets, panels, tiles and similar articles (other than corrugated sheets), not containing asbestos</a>"]
B --> T["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/681189'>681189: Cellulose fibre-cement; articles or the like, other than corrugated sheets and other sheets, panels, tiles and similar articles, not containing asbestos</a>"]


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