Technical Grade Calcium Carbide 85% from Mexico
Technical grade calcium carbide with 85% minimum CaC2 purity for cost-effective acetylene production in developing markets. Meets HTS 2849.10.00.00 criteria as chemically defined per Chapter 28 Note 1 standards. Commonly used in carbide lamps and small-scale welding.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
11.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Lower purity grades still qualify under 2849.10 if primary component is CaC2
• Test for vanadium content; high levels may require special waste declarations
• Bundle with generator sets only if imported separately to avoid set classification