HS 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
HS Heading 6813 encompasses 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. It classifies 3 6-digit WCO subheadings within Chapter 68 under the Harmonized System [USITC HTS 2026].
Subheadings Under Heading 6813
| HS Code | WCO 6-Digit Subheading Description | Chapter | Operational Package |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6813.20 | Containing asbestos | 68 | View 6813.20 Package → |
| 6813.81 | Not containing asbestos, Brake linings and pads | 68 | View 6813.81 Package → |
| 6813.89 | Not containing asbestos, Other | 68 | View 6813.89 Package → |
How to Select the Correct Subheading Under Heading 6813
Commercial shipments must be declared under the exact 6-digit WCO subheading that matches physical, chemical, or processing characteristics. Review the subheading descriptions above and verify against binding CBP CROSS rulings prior to entry filing.
Official Primary Sources & Authority References
USITC HTS Heading 6813 ↗
United States International Trade Commission official Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
CBP CROSS Rulings ↗
CBP e-Rulings database for Heading 6813 precedent rulings.
WCO Nomenclature ↗
World Customs Organization Harmonized System 2022 nomenclature standard.
U.S. Census Foreign Trade ↗
U.S. Census Bureau HTS-to-NAICS concordance and Schedule B export database.