Laboratory Grade Strontium Metal
Small quantities of strontium metal foil or wire for analytical chemistry and research applications. This pure elemental form is classified under tariff item 2805.19.00 as 'Other', with Chapter notes confirming exclusion of doped or compound forms.
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 strontium is doped for electronics and cut into discs or wafers
Doped chemical elements in disc or wafer form are classified under heading 38.18.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the foil or wire is unworked; if cut into discs or wafers, it may fall under heading 38.18
• Provide a letter of end-use for research
• Package under inert gas to avoid oxidation
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Irregular chunks of ultra-high purity strontium metal for laboratory and industrial chemical processing. This elemental alkaline-earth metal is classified under tariff item 2805.19.00 as 'Other' alkali or alkaline-earth metals, excluding rare-earth mixtures or radioactive forms per Chapter 28 definitions.
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Barium Metal Rods
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Barium Wire (99.5% Purity)
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High-Purity Barium Granules
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