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Hollow Insulating Fireclay Building Bricks from Germany

Heat insulating hollow bricks made from fired fireclay suitable for moderate temperature construction applications. HTS 6904.10.00.30 covers these ceramic building bricks designed specifically for thermal insulation through hollow core construction. Balances durability with energy efficiency.

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

• Test for water absorption per ASTM C373 to confirm ceramic body classification parameters

• Separate statistical reporting by end use (residential/commercial) improves inventory tracking

• Insure shipments comprehensively as ceramic breakage constitutes 15-20% of construction import claims