Tripolite Absorbent Brick from Germany
Absorbent ceramic brick from tripolite used in industrial spill control and chemical absorption. Classified in HTS 6901.00.00.00 for ceramic goods of similar siliceous earths fired after shaping.
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
• Document absorption capacity >3% if resembling earthenware but confirm fossil meal base
• Avoid 'porcelain' claims; these are opaque per US note definitions
• Certify no metallic oxides that could shift to cermets in 8113