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Lepidolite Crude Mica from Germany

Crude lepidolite mica ore containing lithium, extracted in block form without rifting. HTS 2525.10.00 covers this as crude mica, distinguished from lithium concentrates. Primarily imported for lithium extraction and ceramics.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%

Import Tips

Declare lithium oxide content accurately to prevent classification as 2825.20 lithium oxide

Use assay reports showing mica matrix dominance over pure mineral compounds

Monitor critical minerals lists for potential Section 232 or 301 tariffs