Brake pads
Description
Brake friction material used for pads for automotive (cars, trucks motorcycles and motor scooters) and plant.
Years of production/use
Australia – Prior to 2003
Current in certain other countries
Brands/products
- Hardie-Ferodo
- Hardibestos
- Bendix-Mintex
- Five Star
Varies. Some older models of Australian brake pads (eg from Ferodo and Bendix) made up to 2001 may contain asbestos.
Residential uses
- Cars, trucks, motorcycles and scooters
Industrial uses
- Cars, trucks, motorcycles and scooters
- Construction plant – Dozers, excavators etc
Be aware
Used pads will emit dust into immediate environment. Wet wipe. Do NOT use compressed air for cleaning brakes, callipers/rims suspected of containing ACM.
Sourcing new brakes from suppliers in countries that allow asbestos use is a risk. Friction material advertised by foreign suppliers may have been sourced from manufacturer in country that allows asbestos use. Foreign low-level tolerances that allow labelling as non-asbestos do not apply in Australia.
Do not source original OEM brake friction material for older vehicles (classic cars). Ensure older brake kits don’t include original pads, whether in Australia or from overseas.
