Calcium Aluminate Cement
Calcium aluminate cement is a specialized hydraulic binder with high early strength, made from limestone and alumina-bearing materials. Classified in HTS 2523.90.00.00 as other hydraulic cements, not fitting Portland or supersulfate categories. Ideal for sewer pipe linings and aggressive chemical environments.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If in the form of clinkers rather than ground powder
Clinkers of other hydraulic cements fall under 2523.29, while ground hydraulics are in 2523.90.
If chemically modified with non-hydraulic additives
Prepared binders exceeding simple cement scope may classify as chemical preparations in 3824.
If for use in manufacturing refractory goods
Refractory cement compositions for specific end-use in shaped products go to Chapter 69.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide detailed chemical breakdown (CaO, Al2O3 content) to distinguish from aluminous cement variants
• Ensure bulk packaging complies with IMO hazardous materials regs if shipped in large quantities
• Avoid common pitfall of declaring as 'Portland-type' which triggers different duty and testing requirements
Related Products under HTS 2523.90.00.00
High Alumina Cement
High alumina cement is a hydraulic cement produced from bauxite and limestone, capable of setting and hardening underwater or in air due to its aluminous composition. It falls under HTS 2523.90.00.00 as 'other hydraulic cements' distinct from Portland, slag, or supersulfate types. Primarily used in refractory applications and rapid-strength concrete.
Supersulfated Cement Powder
Though related to slag cements, certain supersulfated formulations with unique gypsum-calcium sulfate ratios qualify as 'other' under HTS 2523.90.00.00. This hydraulic cement develops strength through sulfate reactions, suitable for marine structures. Excluded from pure slag cement (2523.28) by composition specifics.
Roman-Type Hydraulic Cement
Replicated pozzolanic hydraulic cement using volcanic ash and lime, sets underwater like ancient Roman opus caementicium. HTS 2523.90.00.00 as other hydraulic due to blended hydraulic properties. Applied in marine and archaeological restoration.
Colored Hydraulic Lime Cement
Hydraulic lime cement with iron oxide pigments for aesthetic matching in restoration, hydraulically sets via free lime. Classed HTS 2523.90.00.00 as other colored hydraulic cement. Not excluded by chapter notes on earth colors.
Pozzolanic Hydraulic Cement Blend
Blend of Portland clinker (<50%), fly ash, and gypsum creating hydraulic set via pozzolanic reaction. HTS 2523.90.00.00 for such composite other hydraulics. Sustainable alternative for low-carbon concrete.
Sorel Cement Powder
Magnesium oxide-based hydraulic cement (Sorel) that sets with magnesium chloride solution, used for flooring. Though chemically distinct, classified HTS 2523.90.00.00 as other hydraulic when sold as powder. Not magnesium oxide crystals excluded by chapter note.