Synthetic Zeolite Precursor Nepheline from China
High-silica nepheline syenite for synthetic zeolite A and X production in detergents. Provides perfect SiO2/Al2O3 for crystallization. HTS 2529.30.0050 mineral precursor despite chemical processing intent.
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
• XRF SiO2/Al2O3 ratio 2.1-2.3 certification mandatory
• Amorphous content <5% prevents glass cullet confusion
• Alkali extraction efficiency test data supports mineral status