Platinum Sponge Catalyst Precursor
Porous platinum sponge used as a precursor material in the production of heterogeneous catalysts for chemical reactions like hydrogenation. Classified under 7110.11.00 as unwrought platinum in sponge form.
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 sponge has been compacted or otherwise worked
Semi-manufactured platinum forms fall under this subheading.
If the platinum is deposited on a catalyst support
Supported catalysts are excluded from Chapter 71.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the sponge is not mixed with support materials; if it is, it may be a supported catalyst (heading 38.15)
• Declare the platinum content and purity
• Keep records of the production process to show it is unwrought
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