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Sodium Silicate and Potassium Silicate Mold Binder from Japan

Liquid binder combining sodium silicate and potassium silicate for core production in metal foundries, offering rapid setting and high-temperature stability. Classified under HTS 3824.99.39 as a specific mixture of inorganic silicates designed for foundry mold/core binding, distinct from single-compound preparations. Enables precise casting of complex metal parts.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Label containers clearly with silicate ratio and foundry end-use to support classification; test for heavy metal contaminants per TSCA regulations; use proper UN packaging for corrosive liquids during ocean freight