Fluorine Gas Generator Byproduct Flask
Small lecture bottle of fluorine generated from electrolysis of KF-HF melt, used in university chemistry demonstrations. Falls under 2801.30.10.00 as distilled elemental fluorine gas, per Chapter 28 halogen provisions.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If silver fluoride from generator residue
Metal salts like silver(I) fluoride classify under 2843 for silver compounds.
If ammonium fluoride coproduct
Ammonium fluoride as complex salt goes to 2826 per Chapter notes.
If diagnostic reagent kit containing trace fluorine
Lab reagents with fluorine for analysis classify as diagnostic preparations.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Lab-scale imports need university affiliation letter; DOT exemption possible for <150g quantities
• Avoid glass containers—use passivated metal only; pitfall is container incompatibility
• Declare generation method on invoice for customs verification
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