Lithium-6 Enriched Lithium Hydride Powder
Lithium hydride (LiH) powder isotopically enriched in Li-6 for hydrogen storage and neutron moderator applications in reactors. Under HTS 2845.30.00.00 as an inorganic compound of enriched lithium isotope, separate from general hydrides.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If unenriched lithium hydride
Hydrides not elsewhere specified, including natural lithium hydride, fall under 2850.
If processed as lithium metal derivative without hydride form
Base lithium metal without enrichment or hydride bonding classifies in 2805.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ship under inert gas to avoid hydrolysis; obtain NRC license for fissile material handling
• Document purity to distinguish from battery-grade LiH
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