High-Alumina Ceramic Nozzle for Continuous Casting from Germany
Refractory nozzle made from alumina-silica mixture (>70% Al2O3) used in steel continuous casting to control molten metal flow. Fired ceramic construction withstands extreme temperatures, classified under HTS 6903.20.00.00 as other refractory ceramic goods.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include metallurgical test reports showing Al2O3/SiO2 composition and refractory properties
• Declare specific industrial application to prevent reclassification as general machinery parts
• Ensure packaging separates nozzles from assembly sets to avoid set classification issues