Sodium Silicate Foundry Binder from Japan
A liquid sodium silicate solution used as a binder in foundry sand molds and cores, providing high-temperature strength through silicate polymerization. It falls under HTS 3824.10.00.00 as a prepared binder specifically formulated for foundry mold production. Commonly used in iron and steel casting operations.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify product meets EPA VOC emission standards for foundry binders to avoid customs delays
• Include technical data sheets proving intended use for foundry molds, not general adhesives
• Watch for misclassification as plain sodium silicate chemicals under 2839.11