Lithium Silicate and Colloidal Silica Hardener

Nano-engineered mixture of lithium silicate and colloidal silica for ultra-thin foundry coatings and precision mold faces. HTS 3824.99.39.90 covers this high-performance inorganic binder system. Delivers surface hardness exceeding 9H pencil for defect-free castings.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

3209.90.00.00Higher: 40.9% vs 35%

If functions primarily as coating

Inorganic foundry coatings may classify under paints and varnishes

3824.99Same rate: 35%

If stabilized with organic dispersants

Organic additives disqualify pure inorganic classification

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide nano-particle size distribution analysis; verify colloidal stability data; comply with REACH-equivalent labeling for lithium compounds

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