Lithium Niobate Crystal

Monocrystalline lithium niobate boule, flux-grown, exceeding 2.5 grams, for electro-optic devices. HTS 3824.99.1900 for cultured crystals (non-optical elements). Key material in telecommunications and photonics.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+35.0%41.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2835.29Lower: 14.1% vs 41.5%

If imported as pure chemical compound powder

Uncrystallized niobates are under inorganic salts of Chapter 28.

9013.90Lower: 14.5% vs 41.5%

If fabricated into optical parts

Chapter 90 exclusion applies to finished optics.

3824.99Same rate: 41.5%

If for crystals <2.5g

Weight subheading requirement not met.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide X-ray diffraction data confirming single-crystal structure and composition

• End-use declaration as raw material prevents optical element classification

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