Dolomite Ramming Clay Mix

A dry clay-based ramming mix using calcined dolomite clay for lining induction furnaces, rammed into place before firing. Classified in HTS 3816.00.20.10 as a clay refractory composition explicitly including dolomite ramming mix, excluding heading 3801 products.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3%+35.0%38%
🇲🇽Mexico3%+10.0%13%
🇨🇦Canada3%+10.0%13%
🇩🇪Germany3%+10.0%13%
🇯🇵Japan3%+10.0%13%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3816.00.20Same rate: 38%

If containing petroleum oils or bitumen

Dolomite mixes with oils/bitumen move to 3816.00.30, separate from pure clay subheading.

6903.20.00.00Lower: 35% vs 38%

If sold as pre-rammed furnace linings

Other refractory articles of clay, shaped or not, are under Chapter 69 if beyond basic composition.

2521.00.00.00Lower: 35% vs 38%

If unprocessed dolomite aggregate

Raw or crushed dolomite without refractory binders is limestone/dolomite in 2521.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide furnace application specs and particle size distribution to prove ramming mix status

Ensure no petroleum additives, as those may trigger 2710 classification; certify clay purity