Potassium Fluozirconate and Sodium Silicate Additive from Japan
Complex inorganic mixture of potassium fluozirconate and sodium silicate for anti-veining additives in iron foundry molds. Classified HTS 3824.99.39.90 for specialized foundry process chemicals. Prevents sand expansion defects in heavy section castings.
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
• Demonstrate veining reduction test results from foundry trials; ensure fluozirconate purity certification; segregate from moisture to prevent premature zircon precipitation