Leucite Crystals for Research from China
Hand-selected leucite crystals from volcanic deposits, used in geological research and as reference standards in mineralogy labs. HTS 2529.30.00 covers these unworked natural leucite specimens under 2.5g each. Ideal for X-ray diffraction analysis due to perfect cubic habit.
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
• Include CITES-equivalent mineral export permits if from protected volcanic areas
• Declare scientific end-use for potential duty reductions under research provisions
• Package individually to preserve crystal integrity; avoid 'worked' appearance