Nickel Rod Clad with Platinum
Nickel rod clad with platinum, where nickel serves as the base metal and platinum is applied for corrosion-resistant electrodes, in semi-manufactured form. The product is not further worked beyond cladding, and nickel is a base metal, meeting the tariff item's criteria.
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 nickel rod is waste or scrap
Waste and scrap of nickel clad with platinum falls under heading 71.12.
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
• Confirm the nickel rod is not further worked (e.g
• threaded or machined) beyond semi-manufactured form
• Ensure the platinum cladding is mechanically affixed, not plated, to qualify under this item
• Provide CBSA with the rod's dimensions and cladding method for classification
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Copper Strip Clad with Platinum
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Gold Plate Clad with Platinum
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Gold Tube Clad with Platinum
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Gold Wire Clad with Platinum
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Silver Foil Clad with Platinum
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