Lithium Carbonate Crystals from Germany
Lithium carbonate is a white, odorless powder or crystalline material used in pharmaceuticals, glass manufacturing, and lithium-ion battery production. It is classified under HTS 2836.99.5050 as 'other' carbonates of inorganic bases (lithium), per Chapter 28 notes restricting carbon compounds. This essential compound for mood stabilizers and ceramics meets chemically defined criteria.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
3.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide detailed COA confirming lithium content >99% to distinguish from battery-grade mixtures that might fall under Chapter 38
• Comply with TSCA import certification and REACH-like notifications for chemical substances used in electronics
• Watch for anti-dumping duties on lithium chemicals from certain origins; check Commerce Dept. scopes