Lithium Molybdate Crystals

Lithium molybdate (Li2MoO4) crystals serve as scintillators in radiation detectors and high-temperature electrolytes. Under HTS 2841.70.5000, it is an 'other' molybdate salt of an oxometallic acid, excluded from optical elements per Chapter notes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇩🇪Germany3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇯🇵Japan3.7%+10.0%13.7%

Alternative Classifications

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

9001.90.40.00Higher: 35% vs 13.7%

If fabricated into optical scintillator elements

Chapter note (h) excludes optical elements of metal halides from Chapter 28.

2844.10.10.00Higher: 30% vs 13.7%

If containing radioactive isotopes

Natural/artificial radioactive isotopes or compounds classify in 2844 per specific note.

3824.99.39Higher: 35% vs 13.7%

If doped for electronic applications beyond unworked form

Doped chemical elements in worked forms shift to 3818 or preparations in 3824.

Not sure which classification is right?

Our AI classifier can analyze your specific product and recommend the correct HTS code with confidence.

Import Tips & Compliance

Certify crystal purity to exclude from 3824 as 'cultured crystals' weighing under 2.5g

Declare end-use if for electronics to avoid scrutiny under doped elements note

Include radiation safety declarations if scintillator grade