Vermiculite Ceramic Insulating Brick from Germany
Solid building brick incorporating expanded vermiculite aggregate in a fired clay matrix for superior thermal resistance, used in energy-efficient wall construction. Classified under HTS 6904.10.0010 as heat insulating solid bricks meeting fired ceramic criteria with low thermal conductivity (<0.2 W/mK). Exceeds tile thickness per US notes.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
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• Submit material composition analysis showing clay base with vermiculite filler to confirm ceramic nature. 2
• Include manufacturer specs confirming firing process and heat insulation rating. 3
• Beware of misdeclaration as lightweight concrete blocks (Chapter 68) without proper ceramic firing proof