Nepheline Syenite for Glass Batch
Coarse-ground nepheline syenite specifically graded for container glass and flat glass production as a primary source of alkalis and alumina. The product is ground, a physical process allowed under Chapter 25 notes, and is classified under this tariff item as a natural mineral flux.
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
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is mixed with other glass batch materials
Prepared glass batches and similar products fall under Chapter 32.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is not mixed with other glass batch ingredients, as prepared glass batches fall under other headings
• Provide chemical composition analysis to confirm it is natural nepheline syenite
• Verify that no calcination or chemical processing has occurred
Related Products under Tariff item 2529.30.00
AF Sodalite Nepheline Syenite
AF-grade nepheline syenite containing sodalite inclusions, used in low-expansion glass-ceramics. This natural mineral product is distinguished by inclusion analysis and falls under this tariff item as a natural form of nepheline syenite, consistent with Chapter 25 notes.
Canadian Blue Earth Nepheline Syenite
Blue Earth deposit nepheline syenite from Ontario, known for consistent alumina content in ceramics. This pure mineral import is in a crude or physically processed state, consistent with Chapter 25 notes, and falls under this tariff item as natural nepheline syenite.
Feldspar-Nepheline Syenite Blend
A natural blend of nepheline syenite and feldspar, with a dominant nepheline syenite content (30-70% nepheline), used in sanitaryware and electrical porcelain production. The product is in a crude or physically processed state, consistent with Chapter 25 notes, and is classified under this tariff item due to its primary nepheline syenite characteristics.
Fine Ground Nepheline Syenite 10 Micron
Fine ground nepheline syenite with a 10 micron D50, used for high-end coatings and adhesives. The ultra-fine grind is a physical process allowed under Chapter 25 notes, and the product retains its natural mineral status, falling under this tariff item.
Ground Nepheline Syenite Powder
Finely ground nepheline syenite powder derived from igneous rock deposits, primarily composed of nepheline, albite, and microcline feldspar. The product is ground, a physical process allowed under Chapter 25 notes, and falls under this tariff item as a natural mineral.
K1-K Feldspar Nepheline Syenite
Premium K-feldspar rich nepheline syenite from Canadian deposits, ground to 325 mesh for glass manufacturing. The product is ground, a physical process allowed under Chapter 25 notes, and falls under this tariff item as a natural leucite-nepheline rock.