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High Alumina Castable Refractory Cement from Canada

A dry-mix refractory cement composed primarily of high-alumina aggregates and calcium aluminate binder, designed for casting into custom shapes that withstand temperatures up to 1800°C. It falls under HTS 3816.00.20.50 as a refractory cement other than those of heading 3801, used in furnaces and kilns for its heat-resistant properties. When mixed with water, it forms a pourable concrete-like material for repairing or lining high-temperature equipment.

Duty Rate — Canada → United States

13%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada

Import Tips

Verify chemical composition meets refractory standards (min. 45% alumina) with lab test certificates to avoid misclassification as basic cement

Include safety data sheets (SDS) for binders and aggregates; ensure packaging labels specify 'refractory use only' to comply with HAZMAT rules