Lithium Stearate from Germany
Lithium stearate is a lithium salt of stearic acid used as a high-temperature thickener in grease manufacturing. Falls under HTS 2915.70.0150 as an 'other' stearic acid salt.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Declare dropping point (>280°C) confirming high-temp grade
• Provide mechanical stability test results for grease applications
• Include EPA TSCA certification for new uses