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Lithium Ore Concentrate (Spodumene) from Japan

Hard-rock spodumene concentrate grading 6% Li2O from pegmatite deposits in Australia. HTS 2617.90.00 covers lithium silicates as other ore concentrates.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Standardize reporting to Li2O equivalent from lithium carbonate factor conversions

Distinguish chemical-grade (>6% Li2O) from technical-grade for processing declarations

Monitor alpha-spodumene vs. beta-spodumene phase for roasting process documentation

Lithium Ore Concentrate (Spodumene) from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2617.90.00