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Anthracite-Based Furnace Lining Paste from Japan

A semi-colloidal paste made from calcined anthracite coal, coal tar pitch, and binders, applied as ramming mix for lining electric arc furnaces and ladles. It qualifies for HTS 3801.30.00.00 as a similar paste for furnace linings in metallurgical applications.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Ensure packaging prevents moisture absorption which affects paste workability; provide furnace lining application certificates; avoid bulk shipments without proper anti-dusting measures