Refractory-Lined Ladles for Non-Ferrous Alloys from Japan
Ladles with alumina-silicate refractory linings for handling molten non-ferrous alloys like zinc or brass in foundry operations, preventing contamination. Used in metallurgy for precise pouring into molds. HTS 8454.20.00 covers these as foundry ladles.
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
• Document refractory material specs to differentiate from plain metal ladles
• Ensure importer has foundry end-use verification for duty preference claims
• Test for hazardous material linings per DOT regs during ocean freight