Battery-Grade Lithium Carbonate
High-purity lithium carbonate optimized for lithium-ion battery cathode synthesis, with low impurity levels. This is a chemically defined lithium carbonate compound, classifiable under Chapter 28 as an inorganic carbonate. It is not excluded by Chapter 28 Note 3 and is not a finished preparation.
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 product is formulated with binders or additives for direct use in electrode manufacturing.
Preparations containing lithium carbonate with other components for specific battery applications may fall under Chapter 38.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide a certificate of analysis showing purity and impurity levels to support the classification as lithium carbonate
• Ensure the product is not mixed with other materials, as mixtures may be classified elsewhere
• Declare the end use (battery production) to customs if requested
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Anhydrous Lithium Carbonate Crystals
Anhydrous lithium carbonate crystals in pure crystalline form, used in specialty ceramics and enamel frits. This is a separate chemically defined compound of lithium carbonate, meeting the criteria of Chapter 28 Note 1(a). It is not excluded by Chapter 28 Note 3 as it is not a glass frit powder of heading 32.07.
Battery-Grade Lithium Carbonate Li2CO3
Ultra-high purity lithium carbonate (≥99.5% Li2CO3) specifically for lithium battery precursor synthesis. This is a chemically defined lithium carbonate, classifiable under Chapter 28. It is not excluded by Chapter 28 notes and is not a finished battery material.
Battery-Grade USP Lithium Carbonate Precursor
USP-certified lithium carbonate used as a high-purity precursor in lithium-ion battery cathode production. This is a chemically defined lithium carbonate, classifiable under Chapter 28 as an inorganic carbonate. It is not a finished pharmaceutical and is not excluded by Chapter 28 notes.
High-Purity USP Lithium Carbonate Crystals
Crystalline USP lithium carbonate for precise pharmaceutical dosing applications. This is a chemically defined lithium carbonate, classifiable under Chapter 28. It is not a finished dosage form and is not excluded by Chapter 28 notes.
Lithium Carbonate Monohydrate
Lithium carbonate monohydrate (Li2CO3·H2O), a hydrated form of lithium carbonate, used in cement and polymer additives. Hydrated carbonates of inorganic bases are classifiable in Chapter 28 as they are separate chemically defined compounds. This product is not excluded by Chapter 28 notes.
Lithium Carbonate Powder
Pure lithium carbonate (Li2CO3) in fine powder form, used as a raw material for lithium-ion battery cathodes and glass ceramics. This is a chemically defined inorganic carbonate, meeting the scope of Chapter 28 Note 1(a). It is not excluded by Chapter 28 Note 3.