Molybdenum Silicate Foundry Binder
A mixture of sodium silicate and molybdenum compounds used as a binder for foundry molds and cores. It provides high-temperature stability and strength during metal casting processes. Classified under HTS 3824.99.34.00 as a mixture of two or more inorganic compounds containing molybdenum, not elsewhere specified.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 2.8% | +35.0% | 37.8% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 2.8% | +10.0% | 12.8% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 2.8% | +10.0% | 12.8% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 2.8% | +10.0% | 12.8% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 2.8% | +10.0% | 12.8% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If primarily organic compounds with minor molybdenum
Mixtures with organic binders shift to 'other chemical preparations' excluding inorganic-only mixes.
If sold as pure molybdic acid or salts without mixing
Single inorganic molybdenum compounds like tungstates classify under Chapter 28 as specific chemicals.
If used as refractory cement in foundry applications
Binders functioning as refractory materials for furnaces or kilns fall under prepared refractories.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify molybdenum content via lab analysis to confirm classification under 3824.99.34.00; improper testing leads to reclassification
• Include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and composition certificates in documentation for customs clearance
• Ensure labeling complies with TSCA for chemical imports containing heavy metals like molybdenum
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