Alumina Ceramic Evaporating Dish from Canada

A fired alumina-based ceramic dish used in labs for evaporating liquids and recovering precipitates during analytical chemistry processes. Classified under HTS 6909.19.50.95 for its technical laboratory application and high-temperature firing from inorganic nonmetallic materials. Its opaque, durable body withstands corrosive substances.

Duty Rate — Canada → United States

14%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Provide material composition analysis showing high alumina content and firing specs to distinguish from earthenware

Ensure documentation proves technical end-use, such as lab supplier invoices, to prevent shift to general pottery headings

Test for water absorption per ASTM C373 to confirm non-porcelain status if over 0.5%