High-Alumina Refractory Firebrick

High-alumina refractory firebricks are dense ceramic bricks composed primarily of alumina and silica, fired at high temperatures to withstand extreme heat above 1500°C. They are used in furnace linings and kilns for their excellent thermal shock resistance and corrosion resistance. Classified under HTS 6902.90.50.20 as refractory ceramic constructional goods other than siliceous fossil meals, due to their fired ceramic composition for high-temperature industrial applications.

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.

6902.20.10Same rate: 35%

If containing >50% alumina or silica

High-alumina content shifts to specific subheading 6902.20 for chemically bonded bricks with higher refractory properties.

6903.20.00Same rate: 35%

If used primarily for non-constructional furnace linings

6903 covers other refractory ceramic goods not classified as constructional bricks, blocks, or tiles.

6815.91.00Same rate: 35%

If containing carbon, graphite, or other non-clay additives

Carbon-containing refractory products fall under Chapter 68 as articles of stone or other mineral substances.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify chemical composition and firing temperature documentation to confirm classification as refractory goods fired above 800°C

Provide test certificates showing refractoriness under load (RUL) to avoid misclassification as building bricks

Check for proper marking of dimensions and ensure no impregnation with resins, as that excludes from Chapter 69

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Chromite-Magnesite Constructional Block

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