Mixed Iridium-Ruthenium Alloy Bar from Japan
A semi-manufactured bar alloyed with 60% iridium and 40% ruthenium for spark erosion electrodes. Per the alloy rules, since iridium predominates by weight and platinum is less than 2%, it is classified as iridium under tariff item 7110.49.00.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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Import Tips
• Provide a certificate of analysis confirming the alloy composition, as CBSA may verify the predominant metal
• Ensure the bar is declared as semi-manufactured, not unwrought, to reflect its processed state
• Be aware that the alloy classification follows the predominant metal rule, which affects the tariff item