Lithium-6 Enriched Lithium Carbonate Powder from Japan
Fine powder of lithium carbonate (Li2CO3) enriched in lithium-6 isotope for use in neutron shielding and fusion fuel precursors. Classified in HTS 2845.30.00.00 as a compound of Li-6 enriched lithium, per chapter notes on isotopes. Not standard lithium carbonate of heading 2836.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Ensure packaging prevents CO2 absorption; submit DOE Form 841 for nuclear material imports
• Avoid misdeclaration as regular carbonate to prevent duty adjustments