New

Ask Wove anything about tariffs.

Try Tariff Assistant

Neon Laser Gas Mixture Base

Pure neon component intended for mixing into helium-neon laser gases, imported separately under HTS 2804.29.0020 as chemically defined neon.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%+25.0%28.7%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%—3.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%—3.7%
🇩🇪Germany3.7%—3.7%
🇯🇵Japan3.7%—3.7%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2804.90.00.00Lower: 25% vs 28.7%

If imported already mixed with helium

Rare gas mixtures specifically in 2804.90, not pure neon subheading.

9013.20.00Higher: 37.5% vs 28.7%

If pre-charged in complete laser assembly

Lasers classified by function in 9013, gas content secondary.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Import pure, mix domestically to optimize tariffs vs pre-mixed 2804.90

• Laser manufacturers need end-use certificates for export control compliance

• Pre-mixed HeNe goes to 2804.90 as 'other rare gas mixtures'