Lithium Fluoride Crystals from Canada
Lithium fluoride (LiF) crystals are used in optics, nuclear reactors, and as a flux in ceramics due to their high transparency to UV light. Classified under HTS 2826.19.90.00 as other fluorides of inorganic bases.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
13.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide certificates of analysis confirming single chemical compound status per Chapter 28 notes
• Comply with radiation safety regs if for nuclear use; declare optical grade separately
• Watch for reclassification if doped for electronics, moving to 3818