Zirconium Sponge Powder
Powder derived from crushed zirconium sponge, used as a precursor for further reduction processes. It is an unwrought zirconium powder, not alloyed, and falls under tariff item 8109.29.00 as 'Other' unwrought zirconium powders.
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 waste or scrap
Waste and scrap zirconium is a separate tariff item.
If the powder is further processed into articles
Articles of zirconium are classified separately.
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
• Ensure the powder is classified as unwrought and not alloyed
• If the sponge powder is used in nuclear applications, obtain a CNSC permit
• Provide a certificate of analysis showing zirconium purity and hafnium content to the CBSA
Related Products under Tariff item 8109.29.00
Aerospace-Grade Zirconium Powder
Ultra-fine zirconium powder (10-50 micron) for additive manufacturing of aircraft engine parts, valued for corrosion resistance. It is an unwrought zirconium powder, not alloyed, and falls under tariff item 8109.29.00 as 'Other' unwrought zirconium powders.
Industrial Zirconium Powder 99% Purity
Technical-grade zirconium powder (100-300 micron) for pyrotechnics, welding electrodes, and depilatory agents. It is an unwrought zirconium powder, not alloyed, and falls under tariff item 8109.29.00 as 'Other' unwrought zirconium powders.
Medical Implant Zirconium Powder
Biocompatible zirconium powder for orthopedic implants and dental prosthetics via metal injection molding. It is an unwrought zirconium powder, not alloyed, and falls under tariff item 8109.29.00 as 'Other' unwrought zirconium powders.
Nuclear Reactor Zirconium Powder
Low-impurity Zr-702 powder for nuclear fuel cladding fabrication, offering neutron transparency and hafnium-reduced properties. It is an unwrought zirconium powder, not alloyed, and falls under tariff item 8109.29.00 as 'Other' unwrought zirconium powders.
Research-Grade Zirconium Powder
Ultra-high purity (99.99%) zirconium nanopowder for scientific research in hydrogen storage and catalysis. It is an unwrought zirconium powder, not alloyed, and falls under tariff item 8109.29.00 as 'Other' unwrought zirconium powders.
Zirconium Alloy Powder Zr-2.5Nb
Zr-2.5% niobium alloy powder for pressure tube applications in CANDU reactors. It is classified as unwrought zirconium powder under tariff item 8109.29.00 because zirconium predominates by weight and the alloy is treated as zirconium under Section Note 5.