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Ceramic Grade Powdered Steatite from China

Powdered natural steatite (talc) for electrical porcelain insulators and ceramic bodies. HTS 2526.20.00.00 covers this crushed form used in high-temperature firing. Provides thermal stability.

Duty Rate — China → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China

Import Tips

Specify loss on ignition and plasticity index for ceramic suitability

Bulk super-sack packaging common; ensure IPPC markings

Avoid declaring as finished ceramic to stay in chapter 25