Kiln Car Alumina Brick from Japan
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 — 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
• 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