Lithium Glass Granules for Porcelain Flux
Low-expansion lithium glass granules acting as flux in high-fire porcelain bodies. Reduces firing temperature while maintaining translucency in ceramic products. This product falls under tariff item 3207.40.00 as glass granules for ceramic use.
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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May require HC Consumer Products Safety depending on intended use (HC21) and Canadian product category (HC29, HC30, HC31, HC32, HC33, HC34, HC35, HC36, HC37); or intended use (HC22, HC23, HC24, HC26, HC27) and Canadian product category (HC37). Matching criteria: Equal To 3207400000; Equal To 3207400000. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the granules are part of a prepared flux or glaze
Prepared glazes and fluxes are classified under this heading.
If the granules contain colouring matter
Prepared pigments for ceramics fall under this heading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document the lithium content and granule size for classification purposes
• Ensure the product is not mixed with other fluxes or additives
• Provide technical specifications to support the ceramic industry use
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