2801.30.10.00/Fluorine Gas Generator Byproduct Flask/Japan

Fluorine Gas Generator Byproduct Flask from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• 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