Dental Silver-Palladium Amalgam Capsules
High-strength dental amalgam capsules containing silver-palladium alloy powder for posterior restorations. As an amalgam of precious metals, it falls under tariff item 2843.90.00, which covers other compounds and amalgams of precious metals.
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 |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the amalgam contains only silver and no other precious metals
Silver amalgams are classified under silver compounds in subheading 2843.29.
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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 palladium and silver content percentages, as this may affect classification under other precious metal headings
• Ensure the capsules are sealed and comply with Canadian dental product safety standards
• Declare the product as a dental amalgam to avoid misclassification as a general chemical
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Dental Gold-Silver Amalgam Alloy
Pre-capsulated dental amalgam alloy containing gold and silver, used for restorative fillings. This product is an amalgam of precious metals, which is explicitly covered under tariff item 2843.90.00 as 'other compounds; amalgams'.
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Gold(III) Bromide
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Iridium Trichloride
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Palladium Chloride
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