HS Code 2524
Asbestos and Raw Asbestos Fibres
HS code 2524 covers raw asbestos mineral and fibres, including varieties like chrysotile and amosite, used for industrial fireproofing and thermal insulation.
4-digit Section VFCL Hazmat 9
HS Code 2524 — Asbestos and Raw Asbestos Fibres
This code covers raw asbestos in the form of rock, fibres, or powder. Due to severe health risks, its trade is heavily restricted or banned in many jurisdictions, primarily used in legacy industrial insulation and fireproofing applications.
What's included
- Crocidolite
- Amosite
- Anthophyllite
- Actinolite
- Tremolite fibres
- Asbestos rock
What's excluded
- Asbestos cement products → use
6811(Finished articles of asbestos cement are classified by material in Chapter 68.) - Brake linings → use
6813(Friction materials based on asbestos are classified separately.)
Common examples
- Raw chrysotile asbestos bags
- Blue asbestos rock samples
- Unprocessed amosite fibres
Frequently asked questions
Is the trade of HS code 2524 prohibited?
In many countries, import and export are strictly prohibited or require special permits under the Rotterdam Convention.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 10%
- Documentation: Requires Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and specific environmental permits for transit.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: Russia, Kazakhstan, Brazil
- Top importers: India, China, Indonesia
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Key takeaway
Critically regulated mineral; verify national bans before attempting shipment.
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