Boron Carbide Abrasive Grit from Mexico

Boron carbide (B4C) grit used in high-performance abrasives and armor materials. Classified in 2849.90.50.00 as 'other' chemically defined carbides, excluding metal-sintered cermets. Ideal for nozzle linings and cutting tools due to extreme hardness.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

13.7%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Include technical data sheets confirming >99% purity to meet 'chemically defined' criteria

Declare as UN3077 environmentally hazardous if shipped in bulk quantities

Check end-use declarations to prevent reclassification as defense articles under ITAR