Dinas Fire-Clay Earth from Mexico

Dinas earths are siliceous fire-clays used in high-temperature silica bricks for coke ovens. Classified under HTS 2508.30.00.00 as fire-clay variants like chamotte or dinas. Known for low flux content and purity.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Certify silica content (88-98%) to differentiate from alumina fire-clays

Avoid bulk shipments mixed with mullite, risking subheading disputes

Ensure no prior agglomeration, as built-up products go to 6815