Industrial Germanium Dioxide for Fiber Optics
Bulk germanium dioxide (GeO2) used to dope silica preforms for single-mode optical fibres in telecommunications. This chemically defined germanium oxide is classified under tariff item 2825.60.00.
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 |
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Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients · May be required
May require HC Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients depending on intended use (HC13) and Canadian product category (HC01). Matching criteria: Starts With 2825. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is already incorporated into optical fibres
Optical fibres are classified in heading 90.01.
If the GeO2 is doped and in wafer form
Chapter 28 Note 8 excludes such forms, which fall under heading 38.18.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the GeO2 is not pre-mixed with silica or other dopants, as that could change classification
• Provide documentation showing the product's use in fibre optics to the CBSA
• Check if the product qualifies for any tariff preference under trade agreements
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