Refractory-Lined Ingot Ladle from Germany
Heavy-duty ladle with alumina refractory lining for transferring molten iron to ingot molds in foundries. Capacity typically 10-50 tons, built for extreme heat resistance in metal casting. HTS 8454.20.00.80 applies to such ladles used solely in metallurgical foundry operations.
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
• Submit refractory material composition analysis (e.g
• >70% alumina) to support classification
• Avoid common pitfall of importing without end-user declaration specifying foundry metallurgy use
• Budget for potential steel tariffs on structural components based on country of melt and pour