Mullite Refractory Brick

Synthetic mullite bricks (3Al2O3·2SiO2) with over 60% alumina equivalent, used in blast furnace stove linings. Fired at high temperatures for superior creep resistance. HTS 6902.20.50.20 applies to these alumina-silica dominant refractory blocks.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6909.90.00.00Higher: 39% vs 35%

If finished as bone chinaware articles

Consumer ceramic tableware with bone ash content shifts to 6909/6911 per US notes.

2523.29.00.00Same rate: 35%

If unfired calcined aluminosilicate powders

Raw ceramic materials before shaping/firing classify in Chapter 25.

6905.10.00Higher: 48.5% vs 35%

If roofing tiles exceeding tile thickness limits

Thick (>3.2cm) construction tiles may fall under 6905 per US note.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide XRF analysis confirming alumina-silica percentages for customs verification

Declare exact firing process to meet Chapter 69 (c) inorganic nonmetallic criteria

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