Fabricated Molybdenum Plate
Machined molybdenum plates, fabricated for use as heat sinks in electronic applications. These plates are flat-surfaced products of solid rectangular cross-section, meeting the Chapter 81 definition of plates, and are not obtained simply by sintering, thus falling under tariff item 8102.95.00.
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 |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the plates are further fabricated into articles with a specific function (e.g., heat sinks with mounting holes)
Articles of molybdenum, other than those covered by the specific product forms, fall under this residual item.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the plates are not obtained simply by sintering, as that would change classification
• Provide a mill certificate or lab analysis confirming molybdenum content and purity
• Verify the dimensions meet the definition of plates (thickness not exceeding one-tenth of width)
Related Products under Tariff item 8102.95.00
High-Purity Molybdenum Foil
Ultra-thin molybdenum foil, high-purity, used in electronics applications such as capacitors and contacts. Foil is defined in Chapter 81 as a flat-surfaced product of uniform thickness, and this product is not obtained by simple sintering, qualifying under tariff item 8102.95.00.
Molybdenum Annealed Strip
Molybdenum annealed strip, rolled for use in wire manufacturing and other industrial applications. Strip is a flat-rolled product meeting the Chapter 81 definition, and being annealed (not sintered), it falls under tariff item 8102.95.00.
Molybdenum Bar Stock 99.9% Pure
Forged molybdenum bar stock for further machining into tools. The bar is wrought, over 99% pure, and not obtained by sintering, fitting the tariff item's coverage of bars and rods.
Molybdenum Crucible Sheets
Molybdenum sheets formed for use in crucibles for sapphire growth. These sheets are flat-surfaced products of molybdenum, not obtained by simple sintering, and are classified under tariff item 8102.95.00 as sheets.
Molybdenum Flat Bar for Die Casting
Wrought molybdenum flat bar designed for hot runner systems in die casting molds. Contains over 99% molybdenum by weight and is not obtained by simple sintering, meeting the tariff item's requirement for non-sintered bars and rods.
Molybdenum Foil for Vacuum Deposition
Thin molybdenum foil used in vacuum deposition processes for electronics and optics. This high-purity foil is a flat product, not obtained by sintering, and falls under tariff item 8102.95.00 as 'other' foil.