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
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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