Clay Refractory Nozzle
Refractory clay nozzle for steel continuous casting, enduring extreme molten metal temperatures. Fired from special refractory clays, it fits HTS 6903.90.00.10 as an 'other' refractory ceramic good explicitly listed as nozzles.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If of high alumina content
Alumina-dominant nozzles classify under 6902 for specific refractory compositions.
If zirconia or silicon carbide based
Non-clay ceramic nozzles move to other 6903 subheadings based on material.
If imported as parts of specific furnaces
If specifically for named furnace types in 8417-8419, may classify as machinery parts.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide evidence of use in high-temperature industrial processes to distinguish from common ceramic nozzles
• Label shipments clearly as 'refractory clay nozzles' with thermal resistance specs
• Avoid reclassification by confirming no siliceous fossil meal content per statistical suffix
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