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Calcined Bauxite Refractory Grade 70/120 Mesh

Calcined bauxite refractory grade in 70/120 mesh is a finely ground, thermally processed aluminum ore concentrate intended for high-temperature refractory applications such as furnace linings. It is classified under tariff item 2606.00.00 as an aluminum ore concentrate, with calcination being a normal metallurgical process. The fine mesh size enhances its suitability for precision refractory formulations.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree—Free
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇺🇸United StatesFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

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6815.99.10Same rate: Free

If the bauxite is formed into refractory articles

Articles of refractory materials are classified in Chapter 68, not as ores or concentrates.

2508.30.00Same rate: Free

If the material is uncalcined bauxite clay

Uncalcined bauxite in natural state falls under heading 25.08 for clays.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Ensure the product is not further processed into articles, which would fall under other chapters

• Provide a certificate of origin if claiming preferential tariff treatment

• Declare the alumina content as the statistical unit of measure is metal content

Related Products under Tariff item 2606.00.00

Australian Calcined Bauxite Fines

Australian calcined bauxite fines, with particle sizes below 4.75mm, are fine-grained concentrates from rotary kiln calcination, applied in precision castables and anti-corrosion coatings. They are classified under tariff item 2606.00.00 as other calcined bauxite, being an aluminum ore concentrate. The fines are produced through processes normal to the metallurgical industry.

Australian Calcined Bauxite Refractory 14x28 Mesh

Australian calcined bauxite refractory grade in 14x28 mesh is a coarse, thermally treated bauxite product designed for high-temperature applications like rotary kiln linings. It falls under tariff item 2606.00.00 as an aluminum ore concentrate, having been calcined—a process normal to the metallurgical industry. Its refractory-grade quality makes it suitable for industrial furnace construction.

Australian Calcined Bauxite Residue

Australian calcined bauxite residue is a thermal-activated by-product from alumina refining, retaining recoverable aluminum content. It is classified under tariff item 2606.00.00 as an aluminum ore or concentrate because it has not undergone processes beyond those normal to the metallurgical industry. This material is suitable for secondary aluminum recovery applications.

Australian Gibbsite Bauxite

Gibbsite-rich bauxite ore from Western Australia, featuring trihydrate aluminum mineral, exported in raw lump form. It is classified under tariff item 2606.00.00 as an unprocessed aluminum ore, primarily for electrolytic aluminum production.

Bauxite Ore

Bauxite ore is the primary source of aluminum, composed of alumina minerals like gibbsite, boehmite, and diaspore, along with iron oxides and silica. As a raw mineral used in metallurgical extraction, it falls under tariff item 2606.00.00 for aluminum ores and concentrates.

Bauxite Ore Lump

Lump-form bauxite ore, primarily aluminum hydroxide mineral, used as feedstock for alumina production via the Bayer process. It is classified under tariff item 2606.00.00 as an aluminum ore, excluding calcined products.