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Refractory Alumina Slide Gate Plate from Canada

High-alumina (85% Al2O3) ceramic plate used in steel ladle slide gate systems to control molten steel flow. Precision-fired refractory component essential for steelmaking, classified under HTS 6903.20.00.00.

Duty Rate — Canada → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Submit XRF analysis certificates proving >50% alumina content for Customs verification

• Declare as 'refractory slide gate' not machinery part to maintain Chapter 69 classification

• Avoid bulk packaging with non-refractory components to prevent mixed classification