Fireclay Refractory Brick from Germany
Fireclay refractory bricks from high-alumina fireclay provide economical lining for boiler walls and ladles, with good abrasion resistance. Properly fired after room-temperature shaping per Chapter 69 requirements. Classed in HTS 6902.90.10.20 as other refractory bricks.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Conduct water absorption tests per ASTM C373; >3% may shift to earthenware if not proven refractory
• Include end-user letters from steel mills or foundries to affirm industrial refractory application
• Watch for origin marking; 'Made in China' fireclay bricks often face special duties—check USTR lists