Lithium Niobate Crystals

Lithium niobate (LiNbO3) is a salt of niobic acid, used in optical waveguides and telecom devices as unworked crystals. Classified under HTS 2841.90.50.00 as other peroxometallic salts in raw form. Excluded from optical elements per chapter notes if unworked.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%+35.0%38.7%
🇲🇽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.

9001.90.40.00Lower: 35% vs 38.7%

If fabricated into optical elements

Chapter note (h) excludes worked optical elements of such salts.

3824.99.39Lower: 35% vs 38.7%

If doped for electronics beyond raw form

Doped semiconductor forms classify as preparations in 3818/3824.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify 'unworked' status in invoice; cut wafers go to 3818 per chapter note

Provide crystal growth method docs to confirm chemical definition

Anti-dumping scrutiny for Asian origins; use precise HTS

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