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Alumina Lining Brick for Steel Ladles

High-purity alumina bricks with over 70% alumina, fired for lining steel melting ladles. They resist molten steel erosion at temperatures over 1600°C. Classified under 6902.20.00 as refractory constructional goods for metallurgical furnaces.

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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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6903.20.00Same rate: Free

If the brick is not a constructional good

Other refractory articles may fall under heading 6903.

6902.10.00Same rate: Free

If the brick contains more than 50% magnesia, lime or chromium

Different oxide composition changes the subheading.

6815.99.90Higher: 5% vs Free

If the brick is not fired after shaping

Unfired refractory articles are excluded from Chapter 69.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Confirm the alumina content exceeds 50% and the brick is fired

• Keep lab analysis reports for CBSA verification

• Ensure the brick is not an electrical insulator under heading 8546

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