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Helium-3/Helium-4 Hyperpure Mixture

Hyperpure helium mixture with He-3 isotopically enriched to >99% of helium content, meeting HTS 2804.29.0030 for isotopically pure rare gases. Used in dilution refrigerators for ultra-low temperature physics.

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.

2804.29.00Same rate: 28.7%

If below 99% isotopic purity

Lower purity helium isotopes classify as other rare gases.

8419.89.95Higher: 41.7% vs 28.7%

If pre-charged in cryostats

Machinery containing the gas as working fluid uses 8419 classification.

2853Lower: 15.3% vs 28.7%

If complex with phosphides

Other nonmetal compounds including phosphides fall under 2853.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Specify He-3 fraction relative to total helium content in certificate of analysis

• Use cryogenic transport containers; declare low-temperature hazard class

• Differentiate from LNG helium mixtures which use different energy headings