Clay Retort for Laboratory

Traditional clay retorts used in chemical distillation processes at high temperatures. Fired clay construction qualifies as refractory goods under 6903.90.00.10 per heading examples.

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.

6909.90.00.00Higher: 39% vs 35%

If porcelain quality construction

Laboratory porcelain ware classifies under 6909.

7017.10.30Same rate: 35%

If glass-ceramic hybrid

Glass-based lab equipment falls in Chapter 70.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide lab use certification to distinguish from common pottery

• Include chemical resistance specs in technical documentation

• Avoid Chapter 69 exclusions for unfired or resin-cured items