Synthetic Cryolite 98% Purity
Standard 98% purity synthetic cryolite used for cost-effective fluxing in secondary aluminum production, composed of sodium hexafluoroaluminate. This product is a chemically defined compound, classified under tariff item 2826.30.00. It meets Chapter 28's requirements for separate chemically defined compounds, even with minor impurities.
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 |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the impurities include other complex fluorine salts.
Products with significant impurities may be classified under heading 28.42.
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Related Products under Tariff item 2826.30.00
Abrasive Grade Synthetic Cryolite
Abrasive-grade synthetic cryolite in powder form, composed of sodium hexafluoroaluminate (Na3AlF6), used as a filler to enhance cutting efficiency in grinding wheels and sandpaper. Its hardness and chemical stability make it suitable for abrasive applications. This product is classified under tariff item 2826.30.00 as a chemically defined compound of sodium hexafluoroaluminate, meeting the criteria of Chapter 28 Note 1.
Electrolysis Bath Synthetic Cryolite
Specialty synthetic cryolite designed for maintaining the composition of aluminum electrolysis baths, with controlled density and purity to replenish fluoride losses in smelters. It is a chemically defined sodium hexafluoroaluminate compound, falling under tariff item 2826.30.00. This product is essential for efficient aluminum production and meets Chapter 28's criteria for separate chemically defined compounds.
Granular Synthetic Cryolite
Granular synthetic cryolite in a form that facilitates handling and use as a bath additive in aluminum plants, composed of sodium hexafluoroaluminate. The granular form does not alter the chemical identity, so it remains classified under tariff item 2826.30.00. This product improves cell efficiency in electrolytic aluminum production and is a chemically defined compound per Chapter 28.
High Purity Na3AlF6 Cryolite
Ultra-high purity synthetic cryolite with a purity exceeding 99.5%, used for specialty aluminum alloys and high-performance abrasives. This product is a chemically defined sodium hexafluoroaluminate compound, classified under tariff item 2826.30.00. Its high purity ensures minimal impurities, aligning with Chapter 28's requirements for separate chemically defined compounds.
Industrial Grade Synthetic Cryolite
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Micronized Synthetic Cryolite
Micronized synthetic cryolite with particle size below 10 microns, used as a fine flux in glass and enamel frits to enhance melt homogeneity. This product is a chemically defined sodium hexafluoroaluminate compound, classified under tariff item 2826.30.00. The particle size does not affect its classification, as it remains a separate chemically defined compound per Chapter 28.