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Clay Retort for Laboratory from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• 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