Hollow Insulating Fireclay Building Bricks from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 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