Clay Refractory Tube

High-temperature clay tubes for kiln furniture and thermocouple sheaths. Fired refractory clay construction places it under HTS 6903.90.00.10 as listed 'tubes' other than siliceous types.

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.

6903.20.00Same rate: 35%

If alumina-silicate composition

Higher alumina blends classify under separate 6903 provisions.

6909.19.10Same rate: 35%

If finished as lab porcelain crucibles

Porcelain-grade fired clay labware moves to Chapter 69 tableware/lab headings.

6902.10.50Same rate: 35%

If regular shaped refractory pieces

Precisely shaped items may qualify as 6902 refractory goods.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include kiln firing temperature certification (>800°C) to meet Chapter 69 firing requirement

Specify inner/outer dimensions and thermal rating on invoices

Watch for exclusion if used as electrical insulators (8546/8547)