Leucite Ceramic Raw Material

Natural leucite crystals separated for specialty glass-ceramics like cooktop panels and dental porcelains. HTS 2529.30.0050 'other' covers beneficiated leucite maintaining crystalline structure. Provides nucleation sites for controlled crystallization.

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.

2525.20.00.00Same rate: 35%

If in mica splitting thickness <0.508mm

Statistical note (a) defines split block mica specs that could apply to thin leucite laminae.

7013.91.50.00Lower: 23.5% vs 35%

If melted into glass articles

Glassware production completes processing, moving to Chapter 70.

3824Lower: 15% vs 35%

If admixed with crystallization agents

Chemical preparations for specific reactions exclude from Chapter 25.

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Import Tips & Compliance

XRD patterns required proving leucite phase vs. amorphous glass misclassification

Dental applications need FDA prior notice even as raw material import

Small particle sizes risk Chapter 2517 'mica splittings' confusion per statistical notes

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Finely ground nepheline syenite used as a functional filler in ceramic tile production and glass manufacturing. Classified under HTS 2529.30.0050 as 'other' leucite, nepheline and nepheline syenite that is processed into powder form but remains a natural mineral product. It provides fluxing properties and improves whiteness in end products.

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Milled Leucite for Porcelain

Ultra-fine milled leucite (<10 micron D50) for high-strength dental porcelain and technical ceramics. Remains HTS 2529.30.0050 'other' as physical milling doesn't alter mineralogy. Enhances translucency and strength in final frits.