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Micronized Lithium Hydroxide from China

Micronized lithium hydroxide particles (D50 <10μm) for spray drying applications in battery precursor manufacturing. HTS 2825.20.00.00 classification maintained as particle size doesn't alter chemical definition per Chapter 28.

Duty Rate — China → United States

28.7%

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)
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• PSD analysis (laser diffraction) confirms micronization without reclassification

• N2-purged containers prevent particle agglomeration

• Avoid 'nano' labeling to prevent 3824.99 scrutiny