Tungsten Hydride WH Powder
Tungsten hydride powder is a chemically defined hydride of tungsten, used as a hydrogen storage material and catalyst precursor in chemical synthesis. It is classified under tariff item 2850.00.00 as a hydride, which is not a carbide of heading 28.49.
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
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the tungsten hydride contains carbide compounds
Carbides are excluded from heading 28.50 and fall under heading 28.49.
If the product is a hydride of a metal not covered elsewhere
Other inorganic compounds, including hydrides not specified elsewhere, may fall here.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is a pure hydride without carbide content to stay under 2850.00.00
• Provide a certificate of analysis to the CBSA if requested
• Check if the powder is subject to any controlled goods regulations
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