Electrolytic Nickel Target Material
High-purity nickel slabs (99.995% Ni) used as sputtering targets for thin-film deposition. Although they have precise dimensions, they are considered unwrought because they are primarily melted down for further processing, and they meet the definition of nickel, not alloyed.
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 slabs are machined or shaped into finished sputtering targets
Finished articles of nickel are classified under heading 7508.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Be prepared to demonstrate that the slabs are not fabricated articles but unwrought material for melting
• Keep records of the intended use (e.g
• sputtering target production) for CBSA
• Verify the purity level meets the subheading note 1(a) requirements
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