High-Alumina Refractory Cement from Germany
A cement composition primarily made from calcined alumina and calcium aluminate, designed for high-temperature applications in furnaces and kilns. It falls under HTS 3816.00.20 as a refractory cement other than those in heading 3801, providing exceptional resistance to thermal shock and corrosion. Used in lining steel ladles and rotary kilns.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify chemical composition meets refractory standards (min. 50% alumina) with lab certificates to avoid misclassification
• Include safety data sheets (SDS) for hazardous components like silica; ensure proper packaging for bulk shipments