Strontium Metal Granules from China
High-purity strontium metal in granular form, used primarily in the production of strontium compounds for pyrotechnics and alloys. Classified under HTS 2805.19.10.00 as elemental strontium, an alkaline-earth metal, meeting Chapter 28 definitions for chemically defined inorganic elements. Not intermixed or alloyed, distinguishing it from other subheadings.
Duty Rate — China → United States
28.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Verify purity certificate to confirm elemental strontium status and avoid reclassification as compounds; ensure inert atmosphere packaging to prevent oxidation during transport; comply with hazardous material declarations as strontium is reactive with water