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Loose Pack Muscovite Mica Splittings

Thin muscovite mica laminae split and packed loosely for industrial use in agglomerated mica production. Fits HTS 2525.10.00.20 as mica splittings per statistical note (b), in loose pack form suitable for heading 6815 built-up mica. Not further processed like cutting or stamping.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2525.10.00.10Same rate: 37.5%

If rifted into larger sheets rather than fine splittings

Larger crude mica sheets or rifted pieces without laminae form classify as crude mica.

6815Lower: 12.5% vs 37.5%

If already agglomerated or built-up into sheets/parts

Post-processing into molded agglomerated mica products falls under Chapter 68 articles.

2530.90.20.00Lower: 27.9% vs 37.5%

If containing micaceous iron oxides

Natural micaceous iron oxides are specifically directed to heading 2530 by chapter notes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Label shipments clearly as 'mica splittings loose pack' to distinguish from crude sheets; include lab thickness analysis

• Check for contamination—pure splittings avoid earth color exclusions under chapter notes