Fireplace Ceramic Backer Bricks from Germany
High-density ceramic bricks used behind firebrick linings in fireplaces for structural support and heat distribution. These fired clay products are not refractory bricks (heading 6902) and are classifiable as other ceramic building bricks under this tariff item.
Duty Rate — Germany → Canada
3%
Import Tips
• Ensure the bricks are not classified as refractory bricks under heading 6902, which requires specific heat resistance properties
• Verify the firing temperature exceeds 800°C and the bricks are not merely cured
• Keep documentation showing the bricks are for structural support, not for direct fire exposure