Muskovite Mica Powder

Finely ground powder derived from muskovite mica, a potassium aluminum silicate mineral, used as a filler in paints, plastics, and cosmetics. It falls under HTS 2525.20.00.00 as mica powder, which is mica processed into powder form without further chemical alteration or agglomeration.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

6815Lower: 10% vs 35%

If agglomerated or built-up into sheets or plates

Agglomerated mica products are classified separately in heading 6815, not as raw mica powder.

3206.50.00Higher: 41.5% vs 35%

If chemically processed into micaceous iron oxide pigments

Processed pigments fall under Chapter 32 for inorganic coloring matter, excluding raw mineral powders.

2525.10.00Same rate: 35%

If in crude split block or laminae form, not powdered

Unpowdered mica splittings or blocks are under 2525.10, while powder specifically requires fine grinding.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify purity and particle size via lab testing to confirm classification as mica powder, not agglomerated mica (6815)

Include supplier certificates of origin and mineral composition analysis to avoid misclassification as waste

Ensure packaging labels distinguish from mica splittings to prevent reclassification under other 2525 subheadings