Industrial Welding Helium Shielding Gas
Pure helium cylinders for MIG/TIG welding to provide inert atmosphere shielding, preventing oxidation. HTS 2804.29.0010 applies to this chemically defined rare gas in compressed form.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If pre-mixed with argon or CO2
Welding gas mixtures are chemical preparations, not pure elements of Chapter 28.
If technical grade below 99.995% purity
Industrial grades not meeting analytical purity specs go to 'other' rare gases.
If part of welding apparatus
Integrated torch kits with helium classify as machinery parts, not gases.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Certify to AWS standards with batch analysis reports showing argon-free purity
• Large cylinders (>5000 psi) require special handling declarations under PHMSA
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