Lithium Hexafluorophosphate Powder

Pure lithium hexafluorophosphate (LiPF6) in fine powder form, a key electrolyte salt used in lithium-ion battery production. It falls under HTS 2826.90.90.10 as a complex fluorine salt of lithium, chemically defined per Chapter 28 notes. This inorganic compound provides high ionic conductivity in non-aqueous solvents for battery applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.1%3.1%
🇲🇽Mexico3.1%3.1%
🇨🇦Canada3.1%3.1%
🇩🇪Germany3.1%3.1%
🇯🇵Japan3.1%3.1%

Alternative Classifications

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

2933.39.41.00Higher: 6.5% vs 3.1%

If containing fluoride ions but heterocyclic structure dominates

Organic fluorine compounds with specific ring structures shift to Chapter 29, excluding simple inorganic salts like LiPF6.

3824.99Higher: 15% vs 3.1%

If supplied as formulated electrolyte mixture with solvents

Prepared chemical mixtures for specific uses like batteries fall under heading 3824, not pure chemically defined salts.

2847.00.00.00Higher: 38.7% vs 3.1%

If classified as a peroxy salt rather than fluoro salt

Chapter notes direct certain peroxysalts to 2847, but LiPF6's fluorine complex nature keeps it in 2826.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain REACH-like certifications for chemical purity and ensure battery-grade specs via SDS; verify no moisture contamination during shipping to prevent decomposition; comply with DOT hazardous material regulations for Class 8 corrosive labeling