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%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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