Metallurgical Grade Silicon from United States
High-purity silicon used primarily in the production of aluminum-silicon alloys and steel additives. It is chemically defined as elemental silicon meeting Chapter 28 Note 1 requirements. This silicon is classified as 'other' under this tariff item, as it is not doped for electronics and does not meet the higher purity threshold for subheading 2804.61.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
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Import Tips
• Confirm the silicon is not doped for electronics and is in unworked form
• Provide a certificate of analysis showing silicon purity and impurity levels
• Ensure the silicon is not mixed with other metals or materials, as ferrosilicon or other alloys fall under different headings