Lithium Fluoride Crystals
Lithium fluoride (LiF) crystals, a chemically defined inorganic compound used in optics, nuclear reactors, and as a flux in ceramics due to its high transparency to UV light. It is classified under tariff item 2826.19.00 as an 'other' fluoride.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the lithium fluoride is in the form of optical elements
Optical elements made of halides of alkali or alkaline-earth metals are excluded from Chapter 28 and classified in Chapter 90.
Not sure which classification is right?
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Import Tips & Compliance
• If the lithium fluoride is in the form of optical elements (e.g
• lenses or windows), it may be excluded from Chapter 28 and classified under heading 9001
• Provide a certificate of analysis to confirm the product is chemically defined
• For nuclear applications, verify whether additional licensing requirements apply under Canadian nuclear regulations
Related Products under Tariff item 2826.19.00
Aluminum Fluoride Anhydrous
Anhydrous aluminum fluoride (AlF3), a white crystalline powder or granular solid used primarily as an electrolyte component in aluminum smelting. As a chemically defined inorganic fluoride, it falls under tariff item 2826.19.00 for 'other' fluorides.
Ammonium Bifluoride
Ammonium bifluoride ((NH4)HF2) is an inorganic acid salt used in industrial cleaning, oil well acidizing, and metal pickling. It is a chemically defined compound of ammonium and fluorine, falling under the 'other' fluorides of this tariff item.
Ammonium Difluoride
Ammonium difluoride (NH4HF2 variant) is used in beaker cleaning and synthetic fluoride production. It is a chemically defined simple fluoride salt of ammonium, qualifying as an 'other' fluoride under this tariff item.
Ammonium Fluoborate
Ammonium fluoborate (NH4BF4) is utilized in electroplating baths, explosives, and synthetic resins. It is a complex fluorine salt of ammonium, classified under 'other' fluorides in this tariff item.
Ammonium Fluoride
Ammonium fluoride (NH4F) is a white crystalline salt used in chemical synthesis, glass etching, and as a fluorine source in pharmaceuticals. It is a chemically defined fluoride of ammonium, falling under 'other' fluorides in this tariff item.
Ammonium Fluorosilicate
Ammonium fluorosilicate ((NH4)2SiF6) serves as a rodenticide, water fluoridation agent, and in ceramic production. It is a complex fluorine salt of ammonium, classified under 'other' fluorides in this tariff item.