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Lithium Carbonate for Enamel Frit Production

Fine-ground lithium carbonate for porcelain enamel frits used in appliance coatings. Industrial grade falls under 2836.91.0050 as other lithium carbonates.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%+25.0%28.7%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%—3.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%—3.7%
🇩🇪Germany3.7%—3.7%
🇯🇵Japan3.7%—3.7%

Alternative Classifications

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

3207.30.00.00Higher: 40.6% vs 28.7%

If already incorporated into finished enamel frit

Enamel frits class as glass powders under Chapter 32 exclusion.

2836Same rate: 28.7%

If barium carbonate misidentified

Different metal carbonates have separate statistical reporting.

3824.99Lower: 17.5% vs 28.7%

If pre-blended frit batch components

Mixtures prepared for enamel production become Chapter 38 preparations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• D50 particle size specification critical (3-5 microns typical); include sieve analysis

• Thermal stability testing required for enamel applications