HS Code 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

Q: Is HS code 681320 the same in every country?

Yes — HS code 681320 is part of the WCO Harmonized System and is the same in every WCO member country at the 6-digit level. Beyond 6 digits, each country extends the code under its own system (e.g. HTSUS in the US, CN/TARIC in the EU, HSK in Korea, CCCHS in China) for national tariff rates and trade statistics. To see how a specific country classifies this code, select a country.

Q: Which WCO edition does HS code 681320 belong to, and has it been reclassified?

The Harmonized System is maintained by the World Customs Organization (WCO) and revised approximately every five years. The current edition is HS 2022, which replaced HS 2017 on 1 January 2022. Codes are added, merged, or split between editions to reflect new products and trade patterns, so a code valid in one edition may not exist or may mean something different in another.

Q: How do I find the correct country-specific version of HS code 681320?

Beyond the international 6-digit level, each country adds its own digits — the US extends to 10 digits (HTSUS), the EU to 8 or 10 (CN/TARIC), China to 13 (CCCHS), Korea to 10 (HSK), Japan to 9, and so on. To find the full code used by a specific country, select a country in TradeInt's HS Code Tool and search for 681320.

What is HS Code 681320

HS Code 681320 covers 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. It is a 6-digit subheading — the deepest level of the international HS — within: · Section XIII — Articles of stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials; ceramic products; glass and glassware · Chapter 68 — Articles of stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials · Heading 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. At 6 digits, this code is the same in every HS-adopting country. From digit 7 onward, each country extends it.

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What does HS Code 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 Cover?

Section XIII

Chapters (68-70) Articles of stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials; ceramic products; glass and glassware

Chapter 68

Articles of stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials

HS Code 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

HS Code 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

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What HS Codes for Stone and Cement Articles Do Not Cover

Chapter 68 covers articles of stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica, and similar materials. Goods frequently misclassified here but that belong elsewhere include:

Natural stone in raw form

Chapter 25

Precious and semi-precious stone articles

Chapter 71

Ceramic articles, including refractory bricks

Chapter 69

Glass articles

Chapter 70

This list highlights common classification errors only — it is not exhaustive. For binding classification, work with a licensed customs broker or qualified trade compliance professional.

Top Trading Countries for Asbestos Brake Friction Material HS 681320

Brazil

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United States of America

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Mexico

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India

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 681320?

HS code 681320 covers 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 under the WCO Harmonized System. It belongs to Chapter 68 (Articles of stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials), Heading 6813, and represents the most specific level of classification that is harmonized internationally.

Is HS code 681320 the same in every country?

Which WCO edition does HS code 681320 belong to, and has it been reclassified?

How do I find the correct country-specific version of HS code 681320?