Brake linings and pads; with a basis of mineral substances or cellulose (other than asbestos)
HS v2017 Code: 681381
About brake linings and pads; with a basis of mineral substances or cellulose (other than asbestos)
HS code 681381 covers brake linings and pads made with a basis of mineral substances or cellulose, excluding those containing asbestos. This industry plays a crucial role in the automotive and transportation sectors, ensuring the safe and reliable operation of vehicles. As a key component in braking systems, these products are essential for maintaining road safety and compliance with industry regulations.
Production process
The production of brake linings and pads under HS code 681381 typically involves a multi-step process. Raw materials, such as mineral substances or cellulose, are combined with binders and other additives to create the desired friction and wear characteristics. The mixture is then pressed or molded into the required shape and size, often using specialized machinery. The final products undergo quality control checks and may be subjected to various testing procedures to ensure they meet industry standards.
Production inputs
The main inputs for the production of brake linings and pads under HS code 681381 include mineral substances, cellulose, binders, and various additives. Specialized machinery, such as presses and molding equipment, are also essential for the manufacturing process. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce to operate the equipment and ensure consistent product quality.
Production outputs
The primary output of the industry covered by HS code 681381 is brake linings and pads for use in automotive and transportation applications. These products are often consumed by manufacturers of 870000 Motor vehicles, trailers and semi-trailers, 860000 (Railway or tramway locomotives, rolling-stock and parts thereof; railway or tramway track fixtures and fittings and parts thereof; mechanical (including electro-mechanical) traffic signalling equipment of all kinds), and 848310 (Transmission shafts (including cam shafts and crank shafts) and cranks; bearing housings and plain shaft bearings; gears and gearing; ball or roller screws; gear boxes and other speed changers, including torque converters; flywheels and pulleys, including pulley blocks; clutches and shaft couplings (including universal joints)).
Revisions to 681381
Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 681381. The most recent 1 version of this code (681381) is in the HS v2022 system:
This page shows a legacy version of code 681381 ( HS v2017).
Newer versions
- HS v2022 (Latest revision):
Older versions
- HS v2012:
Family tree for brake linings and pads; with a basis of mineral substances or cellulose (other than asbestos)
graph LR 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/v2017/6813'>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>"] B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/681381'>681381: Brake linings and pads; with a basis of mineral substances or cellulose (other than asbestos)</a>"] B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/681320'>681320: 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</a>"] B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/681389'>681389: 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)</a>"] %% Color coordination by level classDef level1 color:#000,fill:#a8f9ff,stroke:#333,stroke-width:2px classDef level2 color:#000,fill:#e0a458,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef level3 color:#000,fill:#419d78,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef level4 color:#000,fill:#c04abc,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef level5 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef level6 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef highlight color:#000,fill:#fff,stroke:#000,stroke-width:5px %% Apply classes class A level2 class B level4 class C level6 class D level6 class E level6 class C highlight %% class A level1 %% class B,C level2 %% class D,E,F,G,H,I level2 %% class J,K,L,M,N,O,P level3 %% class C highlight