Leucite Ore Feldspar from China
Feldspar extracted from leucite-rich volcanic rocks, used in specialty ceramics requiring high potash flux. Classified as feldspar under HTS 2529.10.00.00 despite leucite association, as primary mineral is feldspar.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Conduct XRF analysis to quantify K-feldspar vs leucite ratios for accurate heading declaration
• Declare volcanic ash content if present, as it may trigger agricultural quarantine inspections
• Use magnetic separation certificates to confirm low iron for premium ceramic applications