Phosphate-Bonded Alumina Refractory Brick from China
Phosphate-bonded brick exceeding 50% Al2O3, fired for abrasion resistance in rotary kilns. HTS 6902.20.10.20 as 'other' constructional refractory bricks per Chapter notes on inorganic nonmetallic firing. Bonds enhance strength without compromising refractoriness.
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
• Test for binders per Chapter note (c); phosphates allowed if fired product meets criteria
• Use ISPM-15 compliant pallets for bulk brick shipments to prevent quarantine issues