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Fireclay Gunning Mix Refractory from Japan

A pneumatic-applied fireclay refractory mix for repairing furnace hot spots via guniting. Falls under HTS 3816.00.20.10 as clay-based refractory concrete for spray application in steel plants.

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

• Include gunning velocity and bond strength test data to validate refractory performance

• Separate from castables (3816.00.50) by proving dry clay powder form

• Avoid bulk clay confusion; ship with application instructions for guniting