Research Grade Lanthanum Pieces

Small lanthanum metal pieces (1-5g each), 99.999% purity (5N), packaged under vacuum for laboratory use. Classified under HTS 2805.30.00.05 as pure lanthanum rare-earth metal. Used in spectroscopy standards and material science research.

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.

2844Higher: 10% vs 5%

If radioactively doped

Lanthanum containing radioactive isotopes classifies under radioactive materials in 2844.

9802.00.80Higher: 10% vs 5%

If US goods returned after lab use

US-origin lanthanum returned after foreign processing qualifies for duty-free entry under 9802.

3822Higher: 10% vs 5%

If certified as diagnostic reagent

Lanthanum standards certified for diagnostic use classify as lab reagents in 3822.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Require 5N purity certificate from accredited lab to justify research-grade classification

Package in Schlenk tubes or glovebox-filled containers; document inert atmosphere packaging

Avoid bulk packaging that might suggest industrial rather than laboratory use