Witherite for Strontium Production from Japan
Natural barium carbonate (witherite) selected for reduction to barium metal or strontium compounds in chemical synthesis. The product is in the crude state or processed only by mechanical means, which is permitted under Chapter 25 Note 1, and is not calcined to barium oxide.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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Import Tips
• Confirm the witherite is not calcined to barium oxide, which would change classification
• Keep documentation showing the product is in crude or mechanically processed form
• Verify no chemical treatment was applied