Lanthanum Metal Ingots from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• 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