High-Alumina Plug for Steel Ladle

Refractory alumina plug (75% Al2O3) used in steel ladle stopper assemblies for molten metal control. Precision-engineered and high-fired ceramic component, classified under HTS 6903.20.00.00.

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.

6903.90.00Same rate: 35%

If non-alumina dominant refractory plugs

Different material compositions have separate classifications.

8454.90.00Same rate: 35%

If imported within complete stopper rod assembly

Casting machine parts classified by metallurgical equipment heading.

6815.91.00Same rate: 35%

If carbon or graphite primary constituent

Carbon refractories specifically excluded from ceramic alumina classification.

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