HS Heading 2524
Asbestos
3 tariff lines in this heading, within chapter 25 (Salt; sulphur; earths and stone; plastering materials, lime and cement). Click any HS code for the full breakdown and a duty calculation.
| HS Code | Description | CD | SD | VAT | AIT | RD | AT | TTI |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25241000 | Crocidolite | 25 | 0 | 15 | 5 | 5 | 7.5 | 64.25% |
| 25249010 | Chrysolite fibre | 25 | 0 | 15 | 5 | 5 | 7.5 | 64.25% |
| 25249090 | Asbestos. Excl. Crocidolite | 25 | 0 | 15 | 5 | 5 | 7.5 | 64.25% |
Recorded imports
Between December 2025 and May 2026, NBR recorded commercial imports worth BDT 1,512,956,715 (16,870,000 kg) under this heading, across 1 of its 3 tariff lines. The remaining 2 recorded no commercial import in that window.
| Month | Lines with imports | Net weight | Assessable value |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 2025 | 1 | 2,895,500 kg | BDT 278,220,723 |
| January 2026 | 1 | 2,442,500 kg | BDT 236,707,308 |
| February 2026 | 1 | 2,949,500 kg | BDT 277,463,391 |
| March 2026 | 1 | 2,818,000 kg | BDT 263,195,476 |
| April 2026 | 1 | 2,971,500 kg | BDT 232,018,531 |
| May 2026 | 1 | 2,793,000 kg | BDT 225,351,286 |
The largest lines by assessable value in May 2026:
- 25249010 — Chrysolite fibre — BDT 225,351,286
Import figures: NBR Import Statements (IM-4 commercial), December 2025 – May 2026. Assessable value is the customs value on which duty is charged, not the retail or invoice price.