Magnesia-Carbon Ladle Nozzle Insert from Japan
Refractory insert for steel ladle nozzles, containing >70% magnesia with 10-25% carbon, resin-bonded for erosion resistance during molten steel pouring. Provides directional flow control in continuous casting operations. Falls under 6815.91.0011 for its specific high-magnesia, carbon-bearing, resin-bonded composition.
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 mill test reports showing exact MgO percentage and carbon analysis to avoid reclassification
• Label clearly as 'articles' not 'parts' to prevent scrutiny under machinery headings