NCM622 High-Capacity Cathode Active Material from Japan
NCM622 (LiNi0.6Co0.2Mn0.2O2) lithium nickel cobalt manganese oxide powder optimized for electric vehicle battery cathodes. This falls under HTS 3824.99.3910 due to its specific composition as a mixture of the named inorganic oxides prepared for foundry molds or chemical industry use. Provides higher capacity than NCM523 with maintained stability.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Certify cobalt sourcing for supply chain transparency requirements; provide impurity analysis (<100ppm heavy metals); ensure packaging prevents moisture absorption during transit