Tungsten Powder for Catalysts
Activated tungsten powder used as a hydrogenation catalyst precursor in the chemical industry. As a pure metal powder, it falls under tariff item 8101.10.00.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the powder is coated or supported on a substrate
Supported catalysts may be classified under other headings.
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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
• Verify the powder is not classified as a chemical catalyst under other headings
• Provide the activation process details to the CBSA
• Ensure the tungsten content is ≥99% to qualify as not alloyed
Related Products under Tariff item 8101.10.00
Atomized Tungsten Powder
Gas-atomized tungsten powder with controlled spherical morphology, used in powder metallurgy and thermal spraying. It is a powder form of tungsten, not an alloy or article, and therefore falls under tariff item 8101.10.00.
Micron Tungsten Powder 5-10um
Fine 5-10 micron tungsten powder for injection molding of complex parts. This is a tungsten powder product, not an alloy or article, so it is classified under tariff item 8101.10.00.
Nano Tungsten Powder
Nanoparticle tungsten powder (<100nm) for catalysts, batteries, and advanced materials research. As a tungsten powder, it falls under tariff item 8101.10.00 regardless of particle size.
Pure Tungsten Powder 99.9%
High-purity tungsten powder (≥99.9% W) used in metallurgy, electronics, and 3D printing. It is a pure tungsten powder, not an alloy or article, so it falls under tariff item 8101.10.00.
Reduced Tungsten Powder
Hydrogen-reduced tungsten powder from ammonium paratungstate, standard for powder metallurgy parts. This is an intermediate tungsten powder product, falling under tariff item 8101.10.00.
Tungsten Carbide Powder
Tungsten carbide powder, composed primarily of tungsten carbide (WC), used in cutting tools and wear-resistant parts. Although it contains carbon, it is a tungsten powder and falls under tariff item 8101.10.00 as a powder of tungsten.