Book-Form Mica Splittings from Japan
Loose sheets of mica split into thin laminae and packaged in book-form stacks, suitable for manufacturing built-up mica products under heading 6815. These splittings meet the statistical note definition as mica laminae in book-form, not exceeding 0.508 mm thickness with 0.203 mm tolerance. Classified under HTS 2525.10.00.20 as crude mica splittings.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify splittings meet statistical note specs (≤0.508mm thick, ≤0.203mm tolerance, not cut/stamped) with supplier certificates to avoid reclassification
• Obtain origin documentation as most mica splittings import from India or Madagascar; ensure no processing beyond splitting