High Alumina Calcined Bauxite Refractory Grade
High alumina calcined bauxite refractory grade, with over 85% Al2O3, is designed for refractory castables and ramming mixes in steelmaking ladles. It is classified under tariff item 2606.00.00 as an aluminum ore concentrate, having undergone calcination—a standard metallurgical process. Its high alumina content makes it ideal for demanding high-temperature applications.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the bauxite is pre-formed into refractory shapes
Shaped refractory products fall under Chapter 68.
If the bauxite is not calcined
Natural bauxite clay is classified under heading 25.08.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is not mixed with binders or other additives that would change its classification
• Provide a certificate of analysis showing alumina content for CBSA verification
• The statistical unit is metal content, so declare the aluminum percentage
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.