Alumina Crucible from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• 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