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Magnesia Chrome Refractory Bricks from Japan

Magnesia chrome refractory bricks combine magnesium oxide and chromite for extreme resistance to basic slags in steelmaking furnaces. These fired ceramic bricks maintain structural integrity at temperatures up to 2000°C. HTS 6902.90.10 covers such 'other' refractory bricks excluding siliceous types.

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

• Provide mill test reports showing magnesia content and firing certification for customs clearance

• Check for hexavalent chromium restrictions under environmental regulations before import

• Avoid classifying as parts if imported with furnace assemblies to prevent Chapter 84 shifts