Sodium Silicate for Welding Electrode Flux
Specialty sodium silicate for binding flux coatings on welding electrodes. This product is a commercial sodium silicate classified under tariff item 2839.19.00 as an 'Other' sodium silicate, providing arc stability and slag formation during welding.
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 sodium silicate is already applied to welding electrodes.
Welding electrodes with coatings are classified in heading 83.11.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is a pure sodium silicate solution, not a prepared flux coating
• Provide the ratio and viscosity to CBSA
• If the product is part of a complete welding electrode, it may be classified with the electrode
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