Potassium Metal Chunks
High-purity potassium metal supplied in small chunks under mineral oil, used in organic synthesis and as a reducing agent. Falls under HTS 2805.19.90.90 as other alkali metals. Highly flammable and reactive with water.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If specifically sodium
Pure sodium has dedicated subheading 2805.11, separating it from other alkalis.
If interalloyed into electrical components
Alloys used as electrical parts shift to Section XVI, heading 8548.
If prepared with organic stabilizers exceeding Chapter 28 limits
Organo-inorganic compounds may fall under 3824 if not purely inorganic.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Classify as UN1400 hazardous material; use UN-approved drums with nitrogen blanketing
• Include assay reports confirming alkali metal content; comply with TSCA import requirements
Related Products under HTS 2805.19.90.90
Sodium Metal Ingots
Pure sodium metal in ingot form, an alkali metal used primarily in chemical synthesis and alloy production. Classified under HTS 2805.19.90.90 as an alkali metal other than sodium in aqueous solution. It is highly reactive and stored under oil to prevent reaction with air or moisture.
Calcium Metal Granules
Granular calcium metal, an alkaline-earth metal used as a reducing agent in metallurgy and chemical production. HTS 2805.19.90.90 covers it as other alkaline-earth metals. Reactive with moisture, packaged under vacuum.
Strontium Metal Pieces
Strontium metal in pieces, an alkaline-earth metal used in fireworks and specialty alloys. HTS 2805.19.90.90 for other alkaline-earth metals. Stored under kerosene due to reactivity.
Cesium Metal Ampoules
Cesium metal sealed in glass ampoules, alkali metal for atomic clocks and catalysts. HTS 2805.19.90.90 classification for other alkali metals. Liquid at room temperature, highly photo-reactive.
Rubidium Metal Dispensers
Rubidium metal in dispenser units for vacuum systems, alkali metal isotope source. Classified HTS 2805.19.90.90. Pyrophoric, non-refillable design.
Yttrium Metal Powder
Yttrium metal powder (rare-earth), used in superconductors and ceramics. HTS 2805.19.90.90 as rare-earth metals. Finely divided, inert gas handled.