Fuel Cell Grade Hydrogen from Germany
Electrolyte-grade hydrogen gas for PEM fuel cells in vehicles and stationary power systems. Classified in HTS 2804.10.00.00 as pure elemental hydrogen, not as a fuel per Chapter 27 exclusions. Purity exceeds 99.97% with strict impurity limits.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain ISO 14687 certification for fuel cell purity to support classification and reduce audit risk
• Declare hydrogen content percentage; end-use as fuel cell doesn't change chemical classification
• Avoid bulk liquid imports without proper cryogenic vessel certification