Battery Grade Carboxymethylcellulose for Lithium-Ion from Germany
Ultra-pure CMC powder ≥90% content used as binder in lithium-ion battery anodes. Classifies in primary form HTS 3912.31.00.10 due to polymer composition rules. Critical for EV battery production.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide particle size and ash content specs; ITAR-free declaration for battery materials
• Pitfall: end-use statements triggering 8507 classification