Witherite Ceramic Flux from Japan
Calcined witherite prepared as fluxing agent for ceramic bodies and glazes, lowering melting temperatures. Remains HTS 2511.20.00.00 as natural barium carbonate suitable for high-temperature decomposition in firing. Used in electrical porcelain and tile production.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide ceramic firing profile data showing witherite decomposition behavior
• Document supplier qualification for ceramics to establish trade pricing norms
• Avoid additive declarations that could trigger chemical mixture reclassification