2824.10.00.00 - Lead monoxide (litharge, massicot)

This HTS category, 2824.10.00.00, specifically covers lead monoxide, also known by its common names litharge and massicot. These forms of lead monoxide are distinct compounds of lead and oxygen, typically appearing as yellow to reddish-yellow powders or crystalline solids. Their primary applications often involve their use in the manufacture of glass, ceramics, pigments, and as a component in certain types of batteries and rubber products. It is crucial to identify the specific chemical compound to ensure correct classification within this precise sub-heading.

Within the broader heading of "Lead oxides; red lead and orange lead," this category stands apart from its sibling, 2824.90, which encompasses "Other" lead oxides. This distinction means that while 2824.10.00.00 is reserved exclusively for lead monoxide (litharge and massicot), the "Other" category would include any other lead oxides not otherwise specified, such as lead dioxide or lead tetroxide, if they were not specifically classified elsewhere in the tariff schedule.

As a leaf node, this HTS code does not have further subcategories. Therefore, classification within 2824.10.00.00 is determined by the precise identification of the imported or exported material as lead monoxide (litharge or massicot). Documentary evidence, such as chemical analysis certificates or manufacturer specifications, may be necessary to substantiate this classification, particularly when physical appearance alone might be ambiguous.