Alumina Crucible

High-purity alumina ceramic crucible used for melting and holding metals or chemicals at high temperatures in laboratory furnaces. Classified under HTS 6903.90.00.50 as a refractory ceramic good designed for extreme heat resistance, fired after shaping from inorganic nonmetallic materials. Meets chapter requirements for refractory applications beyond basic bricks.

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.

6902.20Lower: 10% vs 35%

If composed primarily of alumina or silica with higher purity

High-purity refractory bricks and shapes fall under 6902, while mixed ceramic goods go to 6903

6903.20.00Same rate: 35%

If made from siliceous fossil meals like kieselguhr

Excludes siliceous earth-based refractories, directing them to specific 6903.20 provision

7017.10.30Same rate: 35%

If constructed from fused quartz or silica glass

Glass labware like quartz crucibles classified in Chapter 70, not ceramic Chapter 69

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify firing temperature exceeds 800°C with manufacturer specs to confirm refractory status; provide material composition certificates showing clay-free high-alumina content; avoid misclassification as lab glassware by emphasizing ceramic construction

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