Rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, whether or not intermixed or interalloyed
Alkali or alkaline-earth metals; rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, whether or not intermixed or interalloyed; mercury: > Rare-earth metals, scandium and yttrium, whether or not intermixed or interalloyed
Duty Rate (from China)
Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Subheadings
Products classified under HTS 2805.30.00
Neodymium Metal Ingots
Pure neodymium metal in ingot form, a rare-earth element used primarily in the production of high-strength permanent magnets for electric motors and wind turbines. This product falls under HTS 2805.30.00 as it is a chemically defined rare-earth metal, whether or not intermixed or interalloyed, in unwrought form. It is supplied in vacuum-sealed packages to prevent oxidation.
Yttrium Metal Lump
High-purity yttrium metal in lump form, essential for superconductors, cancer treatments, and as a stabilizer in alloys. Classified under HTS 2805.30.00 as yttrium is explicitly listed among rare-earth metals, scandium, and yttrium in unwrought or elemental form. Typically packaged in argon-filled containers.
Scandium Metal Powder
Ultra-high purity scandium metal in fine powder form, used in aerospace alloys like Scandium-Aluminum for lightweight aircraft parts. Falls under HTS 2805.30.00 as scandium is named in the heading for rare-earth metals, even in powder if not further processed. Particle size typically 100-300 mesh.
Dysprosium Metal Pieces
Dysprosium, a heavy rare-earth metal, in irregular pieces for magnet production to enhance high-temperature performance. HTS 2805.30.00 covers this as a pure rare-earth metal, not interalloyed beyond elemental form. Used in EV motors and defense systems.
Terbium Metal Rods
Terbium metal in cylindrical rod form, vital for phosphors in lighting and displays, and magneto-optic storage. Classified in HTS 2805.30.00 as a rare-earth metal in unwrought or simple shapes, per Chapter 28 definitions. High reactivity requires protective coating.
Mixed Rare-Earth Metal (Didymium) Ingots
Didymium ingots, a mixture of neodymium and praseodymium rare-earth metals, used in specialty glass coloring and welding lenses. HTS 2805.30.00 explicitly includes intermixed rare-earth metals in elemental form. Composition typically 75% Nd/25% Pr.
Europium Metal Granules
Europium metal granules for phosphorescent materials in euro banknotes and LED lighting. Under HTS 2805.30.00 as a rare-earth metal, granular form still qualifies as unwrought. Highly reactive, supplied under mineral oil.
Gadolinium Metal Foil
Thin gadolinium metal foil for MRI contrast agents and neutron capture applications. HTS 2805.30.00 applies to rare-earth metals in sheet/foil if not advanced worked. Purity >99.9%, thickness 0.1mm.
Praseodymium Metal Turnings
Praseodymium metal turnings from machining, recycled for magnet feedstock. Still elemental rare-earth under 2805.30.00 if not contaminated. Greenish turnings, high purity.
Holmium Metal Wire
Holmium metal wire for lasers and calibration standards. Rare-earth wire under 2805.30.00 if drawn but unwrought-like. Diameter 1mm.
Erbium Metal Sponge
Porous erbium metal sponge for fiber optics doping. Elemental form qualifies for 2805.30.00.
Thulium Metal Crystals
Single-crystal thulium for research and X-ray sources. Rare-earth crystals under heading.
Lutetium Metal Targets
Sputtering targets of lutetium for thin-film deposition. Still elemental.
Ytterbium Metal Shot
Ytterbium shot for alloying in stainless steels.
Cerium Metal Depleted Ingots
Depleted cerium ingots (low lanthanum) for polishing powders feedstock.