Ceramic Chimney Cowls

Fired ceramic caps designed to fit over chimneys, preventing downdrafts and debris entry. Falls under HTS 6905.90.00 as other ceramic constructional goods explicitly listed in the heading for chimney components.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.2%+35.0%38.2%
🇲🇽Mexico3.2%+10.0%13.2%
🇨🇦Canada3.2%+10.0%13.2%
🇩🇪Germany3.2%+10.0%13.2%
🇯🇵Japan3.2%+10.0%13.2%

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6904.90.00Lower: 35% vs 38.2%

If classified as basic chimney pots without cowl features

Simpler pottery chimney pots may fall under 6904 other ceramic construction goods if not specialized.

6914.90Lower: 15.6% vs 38.2%

If sold as decorative garden ornaments

Non-functional ornamental ceramics go to 6914, excluded from constructional use in 6905.

7308.90.95Lower: 35% vs 38.2%

If containing significant steel reinforcement

Primarily metal chimney components shift to Chapter 73 iron/steel articles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide installation specs proving chimney use to distinguish from decorative pots

Ensure no metallic components to avoid Chapter 73 classification

Test for >800°C firing per Chapter 69 note (b)