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HS Code 6813.20 : Containing asbestos

The 6-digit Harmonized System (HS) code for containing asbestos is 6813.20. Under the 2026 Côte d'Ivoire (Douanes), the representative MFN general duty rate is 10% [Direction Générale des Douanes].

Chapter

Ch 68

Heading

6813

Subheading

6813.20

CI MFN Duty

10%

MODULE 3: SIGNATURE A: HS DECODE VISUAL HIERARCHY

Chapter 68

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

Heading 6813

6813

Subheading .20

.20

Containing asbestos

MODULE 4: SIGNATURE B: TARIFF MATRIX

Import Duty Rates by Destination

Côte d'Ivoire (Direction Générale des Douanes Tariff 2026)

6813.20

Representative General Duty

10%

Verified July 2026 · Direction Générale des Douanes

MODULE 5: CÔTE D'IVOIRE IMPORT DUTY & 18% VAT (TVA) BREAKDOWN

Base Customs Duty

10%

MFN Rate [Direction Générale des Douanes]

Import VAT / Tax Rate

18% VAT (TVA)

Local Tax Rate

De Minimis Threshold

XOF threshold

Customs Exemption Limit

Notice: Côte d'Ivoire customs entry, tariff classification, MFN duty rates, and 18% VAT (TVA) are governed by Direction Générale des Douanes. Always verify declarable lines with Direction Générale des Douanes prior to import.

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MODULE 6: Mandatory Customs Entry Document Matrix

Rule-Derived Customs Entry Package Checklist

UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT

Commercial Invoice

Itemized description, currency, Incoterms, seller/buyer details, and country of origin.

UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT

Packing List & Bill of Lading

Gross/net weight, container/seal numbers, piece count, and transport B/L or Air Waybill.

PREFERENTIAL RULE

Certificate of Origin (If Claiming FTA)

Required only when claiming zero-duty preference under USMCA, KORUS, or GSP.

MODULE 7: Regulatory Compliance & Partner Government Agency (PGA) Flags

Standard Entry This commodity does not carry mandatory PGA pre-clearance flags under the ACE message set.

MODULE 8: Trade Remedies (Section 301, Section 232, AD/CVD)

China Section 301 Tariff Status

0% Additional Duty (Exempt)

Section 232 Steel/Aluminum Status

Exempt (Non-Metal Commodity)

EU CBAM Carbon Alert

Not in Scope

MODULE 9: Free Trade Agreements (FTA) & Rules of Origin (RoO)

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Agreement Code	Trade Agreement / Program	Preferential Rate	Rules of Origin (RoO) Requirement
P	United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA)	Free	Must meet USMCA Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff shift rules.
KR	U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement (KORUS)	Free	Direct shipment from South Korea with KORUS Certificate of Origin.
AU	U.S.-Australia Free Trade Agreement	Free	Wholly obtained or tariff shift rule under US-Australia FTA.
A / D	GSP / African Growth & Opportunity Act (AGOA)	Free	35% local value-add requirement for beneficiary country origin.

MODULE 10: Logistics, Freight & Transport Specifications

Standard 20ft Container

~28 CBM / 28,000 kg Payload

Standard 40ft High-Cube

~68 CBM / 28,600 kg Payload

Stowage Factor & Handling

Standard commercial packaging for Containing asbestos

MODULE 11: Douanes Ivoiriennes Advance Ruling System

Legally binding advance tariff rulings issued by Direction Générale des Douanes for HS 6813.20.

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Côte d'Ivoire Declarable Tariff Schedule (6813.20)

National line-level (8/10-digit) detail for Côte d'Ivoire (Douanes): coverage in progress.

Universal 6-digit WCO backbone applied rate: 10%. Confirm the full national commodity code at the official source (Direction Générale des Douanes).

MODULE 12: Candidate Subheadings & Related Codes

Related HS Code	Heading Category	Action
6813.81	Subheading under Heading 6813	Compare Subheading 6813.81 →
6813.89	Subheading under Heading 6813	Compare Subheading 6813.89 →

Official Primary Sources & Authority References

USITC HTS Chapter 68 Tariff Schedule (2026) ↗

Official U.S. 10-digit tariff lines and general duty rates for Containing asbestos.

CBP CROSS Ruling Database (6813.20) ↗

Binding customs classification precedents for Heading 6813.

MODULE 14: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) & Operational Guide

What is the 6-digit WCO tariff classification and United States (USITC HTS) general duty for Containing asbestos?

Under WCO Harmonized System 2022 and United States (USITC HTS), Containing asbestos is classified under HS 6813.20 (Heading 6813, Chapter 68). The representative CI MFN general duty rate is 10%.

How is HS 6813.20 distinguished within Heading 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)?

Heading 6813 covers 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. Subheading 6813.20 specifically isolates Containing asbestos. Importers must verify whether physical characteristics, processing state, or composition require alternative subheadings under Heading 6813.

What are the primary candidate subheadings related to HS 6813.20?

Related subheadings under Heading 6813 include 6813.81, 6813.89. Classification depends on processing stage, decaffeination, purity, or material form.

What mandatory commercial entry documents are required to import Containing asbestos?

Commercial Invoice (detailing Incoterms, currency, and origin), Packing List, Bill of Lading (or Air Waybill), CBP Form 7501 Entry Summary, and a continuous customs bond are required for formal entries.

Can goods under HS 6813.20 enter duty-free under USMCA or Free Trade Agreements?

Yes. Eligible goods originating in Mexico, Canada, South Korea, or Australia enter duty-free under preference SPI codes (P, KR, AU) provided they satisfy Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff-shift rules with a valid Certificate of Origin.

What is the US formal entry threshold for shipments of Containing asbestos?

Commercial shipments of Containing asbestos with a customs value exceeding $2,500 USD require formal customs entry (CBP Form 7501) and a continuous entry bond. Informal entry applies to lower values.

How can an importer obtain a binding CBP classification ruling for HS 6813.20?

Importers may submit an e-Ruling request under 19 CFR Part 177 to CBP National Commodity Specialist Division (NCSD) to obtain a legally binding tariff classification ruling prior to importation.

What import VAT or sales tax applies to HS 6813.20 in Côte d'Ivoire?

Commercial imports of Containing asbestos under HS 6813.20 into Côte d'Ivoire are subject to 18% VAT (TVA), assessed on the entered customs value plus applicable duties.

What is the customs duty de minimis threshold in Côte d'Ivoire?

The customs de minimis threshold for import shipments into Côte d'Ivoire is XOF threshold. Consignments under this value may qualify for duty-free or simplified entry under local regulations.

Which authority regulates customs entry and tariff classification in Côte d'Ivoire?

Customs declarations, import duty assessments, and Douanes Ivoiriennes Advance Ruling System for HS 6813.20 are administered by Direction Générale des Douanes.

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