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Stannic Oxide (SnO2) Powder

Stannic oxide, also known as tin(IV) oxide, is a white powder used primarily in the ceramics industry as an opacifier and in glass manufacturing to enhance durability. It falls under HTS 2825.90.20.00 as a chemically defined tin oxide, distinct from other metal oxides.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.2%+10.0%14.2%
🇲🇽Mexico4.2%+10.0%14.2%
🇨🇦Canada4.2%+10.0%14.2%
🇩🇪Germany4.2%+10.0%14.2%
🇯🇵Japan4.2%+10.0%14.2%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3207Higher: 16.5% vs 14.2%

If prepared as frit or powder for enamels

Glass frit containing tin oxides for ceramic enamels falls under Chapter 32 as prepared pigments.

3824.99Higher: 15% vs 14.2%

If chemically defined but in retail packaging under 1 kg

Retail-packed chemical preparations shift to Chapter 38 even if based on tin oxides.

2849.90.50.00Higher: 38.7% vs 14.2%

If in the form of tin carbide

Carbides of tin, per Chapter 28 note 2(e), classify under heading 2849, not oxides.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify purity and chemical composition via lab analysis to confirm classification as tin oxide under Chapter 28

Provide Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and certificates of analysis for customs clearance to avoid misclassification