Kiln Car Alumina Brick from Germany
Heavy-duty alumina bricks (>50% Al2O3) for kiln car tops and supports in ceramic firing kilns. Provides structural stability at high temperatures post-firing. Classed as alumina refractory bricks in 6902.20.10.10.
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 thermal expansion coefficients to confirm suitability as refractory construction material
• Use ISPM-15 compliant wooden pallets for bricks to prevent pest issues in imports
• Avoid declaring as 'building bricks'; specify 'refractory' to distinguish from Chapter 68