Zirconium Silicate Opacifier from Japan

Prepared opacifier powder made from zirconium silicate, used to create opacity in ceramic glazes and tiles. It scatters light during high-temperature firing to produce white or pastel finishes. Falls under HTS 3207.10.00.00 as a prepared opacifier for the ceramic industry.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

13.1%

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

Request certificates confirming opacifier purity and particle size suitable only for ceramic firing processes

Label shipments clearly as 'ceramic industry opacifiers' to prevent reclassification as general chemicals