Laboratory Grade Sodium Wire
Laboratory-grade sodium wire, coiled under kerosene, with 99.99% purity for research use. As a pure elemental alkali metal, it is covered by the heading for sodium, regardless of its wire form.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the wire is not pure sodium but a sodium-potassium alloy.
Alloys of alkali metals are classified under other alkali metals.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the kerosene coating is a stabilizer for transport, not a separate product, to avoid reclassification
• Include a detailed product description with purity and dimensions on the customs declaration
• Check if an import permit is needed for research quantities
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