Ceramic Chimney Cowls from Japan
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.
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
• 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)