Holmium Metal Wire from Mexico
Drawn holmium wire (atomic number 67), pure and not interalloyed, HTS 2805.30.0050 rare-earth metal. Used in optical fibers and calibration standards.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Specify wire diameter; fine wires (<1mm) risk reclass as 'articles'
• Include tensile strength data; distinguishes from worked forms
• Handle under cleanroom conditions to maintain purity