Diatomaceous Earth Kiln Shelf
A fired ceramic shelf made from diatomite for supporting pottery in kilns, valued for lightweight insulation. This product falls under tariff item 6901.00.00 as an 'other ceramic good' of siliceous fossil meals, since it is shaped and fired from diatomaceous earth. The heading explicitly includes such ceramic goods beyond bricks, blocks, and tiles.
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
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the kiln shelf is designed for high-temperature refractory use
Heading 6903 covers other refractory ceramic goods, which may apply if the product has specific refractory properties beyond general ceramic goods.
If the shelf is imported as a part of an electric kiln or furnace
Parts of electric furnaces or ovens may be classified under heading 8514 if the shelf is an integral component of such equipment.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Classify the kiln shelf as a ceramic good of siliceous fossil meals and ensure it is fired at temperatures above 800°C to meet Chapter 69 criteria
• Keep records of the manufacturing process, including firing temperatures, for CBSA verification
• Check if the shelf is considered a refractory article, which might require additional classification review
Related Products under Tariff item 6901.00.00
Diatomaceous Earth Firebrick
A high-temperature resistant brick made from diatomaceous earth (kieselguhr), a siliceous fossil meal, shaped and fired for use in industrial furnaces and kilns. This product qualifies under tariff item 6901.00.00 as a ceramic good of siliceous fossil meals, which are explicitly included in the heading. The firing process meets the chapter's requirement for ceramic products.
Diatomite Pool Filter Block
A ceramic block composed of diatomaceous earth for use in swimming pool filtration systems, providing high porosity after firing. This product is classified under tariff item 6901.00.00 as an 'other ceramic good' of siliceous fossil meals, as it is shaped and fired from diatomite. The heading covers such goods regardless of their end-use application.
Diatomite Thermal Insulation Block
A high-porosity thermal insulation block from diatomaceous earth for ovens and high-heat enclosures. This product is specifically covered by tariff item 6901.00.00, which includes blocks of siliceous fossil meals. The block is shaped and fired, meeting the ceramic product requirements of Chapter 69.
Kieselguhr Catalyst Support Brick
A ceramic brick from kieselguhr used as inert support for chemical catalysts in reactors. This product falls under tariff item 6901.00.00 as a ceramic good of siliceous fossil meals, specifically kieselguhr. The brick is shaped and fired, meeting the requirements for ceramic products in Chapter 69.
Kieselguhr Insulating Brick
An insulating ceramic brick produced from kieselguhr (diatomite), offering excellent thermal resistance for boiler linings and high-heat applications. This product is classified under tariff item 6901.00.00 due to its composition from siliceous fossil meals. The brick is shaped and fired, meeting the ceramic product definition in Chapter 69.
Kieselguhr Roofing Tile
A lightweight roofing tile manufactured from kieselguhr for thermal insulation in construction. Tariff item 6901.00.00 includes tiles of siliceous fossil meals, distinct from common clay tiles. The tile is shaped and fired, meeting the ceramic product requirements of Chapter 69.