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Lanthanum Metal Ingots

High-purity lanthanum metal ingots, typically 99.9% pure, used in manufacturing alloys and as a catalyst precursor. Classified under HTS 2805.30.00.05 as pure lanthanum, a rare-earth metal not intermixed or interalloyed. Supplied in vacuum-sealed packaging to prevent oxidation.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5%—5%
🇲🇽Mexico5%—5%
🇨🇦Canada5%—5%
🇩🇪Germany5%—5%
🇯🇵Japan5%—5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2846.90.80Lower: 3.7% vs 5%

If intermixed with other rare-earth metals

Mixtures of rare-earth metals like mischmetal fall under 2846 as compounds or intermixtures, not pure elements.

3824.99Higher: 17.5% vs 5%

If chemically doped for electronics

Doped lanthanum for semiconductor use may classify as chemical preparations in 3824 rather than pure metal.

8541.90.00Higher: 50% vs 5%

If manufactured into semiconductor wafers

Processed into wafers or discs, it becomes parts of semiconductor devices under Chapter 85.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Obtain Certificate of Analysis (COA) verifying purity >99% lanthanum to confirm classification under 2805.30.00.05

• Ensure proper hazardous material declaration as lanthanum is pyrophoric; comply with DOT/IMDG shipping regulations

• Avoid misclassification as mischmetal by providing documentation proving not intermixed with other rare-earths