Lithium Carbonate Anhydrous
Anhydrous lithium carbonate is a fine white powder used in lithium-ion battery production, glass ceramics, and pharmaceuticals. Classified under HTS 2836.99.50 as 'other' carbonates of inorganic bases (lithium), excluding specific ones like calcium or sodium. It provides the lithium source for high-performance materials.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If hydrated or converted to lithium hydroxide
Hydroxides of alkali metals fall under 2825; material composition shifts classification.
If specifically listed as strontium carbonate
Heading 2836 has specific subheadings for common carbonates like strontium; others default to 2836.99.
If doped or prepared for electronic use
Chemical preparations for specific industries like electronics may classify under Chapter 38 mixtures.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide certificates of analysis confirming anhydrous form and lithium content to meet chemically defined criteria
• Comply with TSCA registration for chemical substances and declare battery precursor end-use if applicable
• Avoid pitfalls by distinguishing from lithium hydroxide (2825.20), which is a different base compound
Related Products under HTS 2836.99.50
Sodium Per Carbonate
Sodium percarbonate is a white, crystalline powder used as an oxygen bleach and disinfectant in laundry detergents and cleaning products. It falls under HTS 2836.99.50 as a peroxocarbonate (percarbonate) of an inorganic base (sodium), distinct from carbonates in other subheadings. When dissolved in water, it releases hydrogen peroxide and sodium carbonate for effective stain removal.
Magnesium Per Carbonate
Magnesium percarbonate is utilized in oral care products like toothpaste for whitening and as a mild disinfectant. Classified in HTS 2836.99.50 as other peroxocarbonates, per Chapter notes excluding section V products. It decomposes to hydrogen peroxide and magnesium carbonate.
Commercial Ammonium Bicarbonate
Commercial ammonium bicarbonate is a leavening agent in baked goods, decomposing to ammonia, CO2, and water. Though related to heading description, 'other' variants without carbamate fall here under HTS 2836.99.50. Widely used in cookies and crackers.
Cesium Carbonate
Cesium carbonate acts as a base catalyst in organic synthesis and glass manufacturing for low-melting formulations. HTS 2836.99.50 covers this as other carbonate of inorganic base (cesium). Hygroscopic powder essential for advanced materials.
Calcium Per Carbonate
Calcium percarbonate provides oxygen for aquaculture oxygenation and cleaning. Under HTS 2836.99.50 as other peroxocarbonate, excluding main calcium carbonate. Stable solid alternative to liquid peroxides.
Strontium Per Carbonate
Strontium percarbonate used in pyrotechnics and bleaching. HTS 2836.99.50 for other peroxocarbonates. Provides strontium for red flares.