70% Alumina Refractory Brick from China
Standard 70% Al2O3 refractory brick fired for use in glass tank regenerator checkers and cement kilns. HTS 6902.20.10.20 covers 'other' bricks exceeding 50% alumina or silica, as constructional ceramic goods per Chapter 69 notes. High thermal shock resistance defines its refractory application.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Use ASTM C373 water absorption tests if absorption rate questioned, though primarily composition-driven for refractories
• Include manufacturer specs on firing process (>800°C) to comply with Chapter 69 firing requirement