Vanadium Carbide Powder
Vanadium carbide (VC) powder used as a grain refiner in steel alloys and tool steels, chemically defined and not chemically combined as complex salts. It is a carbide of a metal, classifiable under this tariff item as a carbide, whether or not chemically defined, enhancing hardness without brittleness.
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 product is a double or complex salt of vanadium
Chapter note 5 states double or complex salts are classified in heading 28.42, not as simple carbides.
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 not a complex salt, which would be classified under heading 28.42
• Provide a certificate of analysis to confirm the vanadium carbide content
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