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

HS v2022 Code: 6812

About 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

HS code 6812 covers a range of products based on asbestos, a naturally occurring mineral with unique properties that make it highly useful in various industries. These asbestos-based materials are widely used in construction, manufacturing, and other applications due to their durability, heat resistance, and insulating capabilities. The global asbestos industry plays a significant role in the broader economy, providing essential components for a variety of products and supporting numerous downstream industries.

Production process

The production of goods under HS code 6812 typically involves the fabrication of asbestos fibers, which are then combined with other materials such as magnesium carbonate to create a range of products. These products can include woven fabrics, clothing, footwear, and other articles. The key production techniques often involve spinning, weaving, and molding the asbestos-based materials into the desired shapes and forms.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of goods under HS code 6812 include raw asbestos fibers, which are the primary component, as well as other materials like magnesium carbonate. Additionally, specialized machinery and equipment used for spinning, weaving, and molding the asbestos-based materials are essential inputs for this industry. The availability and quality of these raw materials and production equipment are crucial factors in determining the overall output and competitiveness of the industry.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the industry covered by HS code 6812 are a wide range of asbestos-based products, such as 6811 Articles of asbestos-cement, of cellulose fibre-cement or the like, 6813 (Friction material and articles thereof (for example, sheets, rolls, strips, segments, discs, washers, pads), not mounted, for brakes, for clutches or the like, with a basis of asbestos, of other mineral substances or of cellulose, whether or not combined with textile or other materials), and various other articles that incorporate asbestos fibers or mixtures. These outputs are then consumed by industries such as construction, automotive, and manufacturing, where the unique properties of asbestos-based materials are highly valued.

Family tree for 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

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/68'>68: Stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials; articles thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6812'>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 --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6801'>6801: Stone; setts, curbstones and flagstones, of natural stone (except slate)</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6802'>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/v2022/6803'>6803: Slate, worked; and articles of slate or of agglomerated slate</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6804'>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/v2022/6805'>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/v2022/6806'>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/v2022/6807'>6807: Asphalt or similar material; articles (e.g. petroleum bitumen or coal tar pitch)</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6808'>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/v2022/6809'>6809: Plaster or compositions based on plaster; articles thereof</a>"]
A --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6810'>6810: Cement, concrete or artificial stone; whether or not reinforced, articles thereof</a>"]
A --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6811'>6811: Asbestos-cement, of cellulose fibre-cement or the like</a>"]
A --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/6813'>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/v2022/6814'>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/v2022/6815'>6815: Stone or other mineral substances; articles thereof (including carbon fibres, articles of carbon fibres and articles of peat), not elsewhere specified or included</a>"]

    B --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/681280'>681280: Fabricated crocidolite (blue asbestos) fibres, mixtures with a basis of crocidolite (blue asbestos), articles of crocidolite (blue asbestos), whether or not reinforced, not goods of heading 6811 or 6813</a>"]
B --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/681291'>681291: Asbestos or mixtures with a basis of asbestos (other than crocidolite); clothing, clothing accessories, footwear and headgear, whether or not reinforced, not goods of heading 6811 or 6813</a>"]
B --> S["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/681299'>681299: 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</a>"]


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