Lutetium Oxide (Lu2O3) Scintillator Grade
Lutetium oxide (Lu2O3) in scintillator grade is a chemically defined inorganic compound of the rare-earth metal lutetium. It is used primarily in PET scanner scintillators and as a catalyst. This product falls under tariff item 2846.90.00 as an inorganic compound of a rare-earth metal, not elsewhere specified.
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 lutetium oxide is mixed with cerium compounds
Cerium compounds are specifically classified under subheading 2846.10, not under 'other'.
If the product is a mixture not meeting the definition of a separate chemically defined compound
Mixtures of chemicals not elsewhere specified may fall under heading 38.24.
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
• Ensure the product is a pure, chemically defined compound of lutetium; mixtures may be classified elsewhere
• Have a certificate of analysis ready to confirm purity and composition for CBSA
• Verify if the end-use (e.g
• medical devices) requires additional permits from Health Canada
Related Products under Tariff item 2846.90.00
Cerium and Lanthanum Oxide Mixture
A homogeneous mixture of cerium oxide (CeO2) and lanthanum oxide (La2O3), both rare-earth oxides, used in catalytic converters and glass polishing. This product is a compound of rare-earth metals and falls under tariff item 2846.90.00 as an 'other' rare-earth compound.
Cerium-Lanthanum Chloride Mixture
An anhydrous blend of cerium chloride (CeCl3) and lanthanum chloride (LaCl3) used as a precursor in chemical synthesis and catalyst production. This mixture of rare-earth metal chlorides falls under tariff item 2846.90.00 as a compound of rare-earth metals, not elsewhere specified.
Didymium Oxide with Lanthanum Enrichment
An enriched didymium oxide where lanthanum content is selectively increased to 52% (neodymium 30%, praseodymium 15%, others 3%), used in fiber optic amplifiers. This lanthanum-predominant rare-earth oxide mixture falls under tariff item 2846.90.00 as a compound of rare-earth metals.
Dysprosium Oxide (Dy2O3) Technical Grade
Technical grade dysprosium oxide (Dy2O3) used in permanent magnets and laser materials. This chemically defined rare-earth oxide of dysprosium is classifiable under 2846.90.00, excluding cerium compounds per subheading notes.
Dysprosium-Terbium Chloride Mixture
A mixture of dysprosium chloride (DyCl3) and terbium chloride (TbCl3) used in magneto-optic applications. This combination of rare-earth metal chlorides is classified under tariff item 2846.90.00 as a compound of rare-earth metals, not elsewhere specified.
Erbium Oxide (Er2O3) 99.9% Pure
Erbium oxide (Er2O3) at 99.9% purity for fiber optic amplifiers and pink glass coloring. This chemically defined rare-earth oxide of erbium is classifiable under 2846.90.00, excluding cerium compounds.