Fine Barytes for Plastics
Fine Barytes for Plastics is ultra-fine natural ground barium sulphate used as a filler in PVC and polymer plastics to improve rigidity and weather resistance. It is classified under tariff item 2511.10.00 as a natural barium sulphate that has been mechanically ground and classified, without chemical treatment.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the barytes is treated with stearic acid or other coupling agents
Surface-treated fillers are classified as prepared pigments or fillers.
If the product is precipitated barium sulphate, not ground natural ore
Precipitated barium sulphate is a chemical product, not a natural mineral.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the ultra-fine grinding does not involve any chemical surface treatment, which would change classification
• Provide particle size analysis (e.g
• D50) to support the plastics filler application
• Verify if the plastics compounder requires REACH or Canadian chemical compliance documentation
Related Products under Tariff item 2511.10.00
API Grade Barytes
API Grade Barytes is natural barium sulphate processed to meet American Petroleum Institute standards for oilfield drilling mud weighting, with controlled density and particle size. It falls under tariff item 2511.10.00 as a natural barium sulphate that has undergone mechanical processing (grinding, screening) without chemical alteration beyond what the chapter permits.
Barytes for Paint Extender
Barytes for Paint Extender is natural barium sulphate ground to a specific particle size for use as an extender pigment in architectural paints, improving opacity and durability. It qualifies under tariff item 2511.10.00 because it is a natural product processed only by mechanical means (grinding, classification) without chemical modification.
Barytes Lump for Grinding
Lump form natural barium sulphate ore suitable for further grinding into powder, sourced from barytes deposits. The product is in the crude state, which is covered by Chapter 25 Note 1, and has not been subjected to any processing beyond mining and sorting.
Blended Barytes-Witherite Mix
Blended Barytes-Witherite Mix is a natural mixture of barium sulphate and barium carbonate from the same deposit, ground for metallurgical flux applications. It falls under tariff item 2511.10.00 as a natural barium sulphate product, provided the mixture is not artificially blended beyond natural occurrence.
Blizzard Ground Barytes Paint Grade
Premium white ground natural barium sulphate (barytes) for architectural paints, offering superior whiteness and low oil absorption. The product is processed only by grinding, which is permitted under Chapter 25 Note 1, and is not mixed or otherwise altered beyond that.
Calcined Ground Witherite for Ceramics
Lightly calcined and ground natural witherite (barium carbonate) for ceramic glazes and frits. The calcination is not to barium oxide, so it remains under heading 25.11, and the product is not subjected to processing beyond that allowed by Chapter 25 Note 1.