Fire-Clay for Ceramic Kilns from Japan
Fire-clay graded for ceramic kiln furniture withstands repeated firing cycles up to 1400°C. Under HTS 2508.30.00.00 as fire-clay, excluding worked forms. Bulk supplied to pottery manufacturers.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Grade by fusion point (>1700°C) in invoices for verification
• Avoid retail packaging; bulk only for Chapter 25
• Check for sulfates; high levels may exclude to other minerals