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Insulating Refractory Castable from Japan

Lightweight castable refractory with vermiculite and alumina for low thermal conductivity furnace backings. Under HTS 3816.00.20.50 as other refractory concretes, serviceable to 1400°C with density <1.2 g/cm³. Reduces energy loss in heat processing equipment.

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

• Thermal conductivity (<0.3 W/mK) data essential for insulating claim

• Vermiculite expansion certs prevent asbestos contamination flags