Vanadium Boride Powder (VB2)
Vanadium diboride (VB2) powder is a hard, refractory boride used in abrasives, cutting tools, and wear-resistant coatings. It is classified under 2850.00.00 as a boride of vanadium.
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 boride contains carbide compounds
Carbides are excluded from heading 28.50.
If the powder is a mixture of borides and other compounds
Mixtures of chemicals not elsewhere specified may fall under Chapter 38.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the boride is not a carbide, as that would change classification
• Provide a certificate of analysis to the CBSA
• Check if the powder is subject to any import restrictions for refractory materials
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