Barium Carbonate Dense Soda Ash Blend
A blend of barium carbonate with dense soda ash used as a flux in glass batch preparation. The principal component is barium carbonate, and the product is classifiable under this tariff item as barium carbonate, provided the soda ash is incidental and does not alter the essential character.
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 soda ash content exceeds 10% and the blend is a prepared flux
Prepared chemical mixtures not elsewhere specified may fall under this heading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document the exact composition ratio of barium carbonate to soda ash on the invoice
• If the soda ash exceeds a minor proportion, the product may be classified as a preparation rather than a pure carbonate
• Consult a customs broker if the blend is not homogeneous
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