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Calcined Zirconia from Zircon from Japan

Thermal plasma dissociated ZrO2 from zircon feedstock. Chemically defined zirconium dioxide qualifies for HTS 2825.60.00 post-calcination.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

3.7%

Rate breakdown

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

Import Tips

• XRF confirming >99% ZrO2 post-plasma treatment differentiates from zircon

• Calcination temperature records (2200°C+) prove complete ZrSiO4 dissociation

• Free silica content <0.1% analysis prevents mineral classification