Insulated Hollow Clay Blocks for Load-Bearing Walls from Germany
Hollow clay blocks with internal insulation voids for load-bearing exterior walls, produced by high-temperature firing after shaping. Falls under HTS 6904.10.00.40 as other hollow building bricks essential for energy-efficient construction.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Certify structural load ratings and compressive strength to support building brick classification
• Ensure no metallic reinforcements, as those might classify as Chapter 73 articles
• Document water absorption under 3% if stoneware-like to differentiate from earthenware exclusions