Perlite Aggregate Insulating Ceramic Brick

Fired solid brick containing expanded perlite for lightweight heat insulation, ideal for passive house construction and cavity walls. HTS 6904.10.0010 applies to these solid building bricks with ceramic fired body and thermal insulating properties per Chapter 69 definitions.

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.

6904.90.00Same rate: 35%

If hollow, cellular, or not solid construction

6904.90 covers other ceramic building bricks excluding solid bricks; internal structure determines subheading.

6809.19.00Higher: 38% vs 35%

If primarily cement-based with minimal clay content

Articles of plaster/cement exclude ceramic building bricks; predominant material composition governs classification.

6902.10.10Same rate: 35%

If refractory grade for high-temperature industrial use

Containing >50% alumina/magnesia, these classify as refractory bricks under 6902 regardless of insulation function.

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Import Tips & Compliance

1

Provide kiln firing records (>800°C) distinguishing from cured resin products excluded by Chapter notes. 2

Thermal performance documentation essential for 'heat insulating' verification. 3

Ensure dimensions qualify as building bricks, not tiles (<3.2cm thick)