Lutetium Metal Powder

Ultrapure lutetium powder (atomic number 71), unmixed rare-earth metal, HTS 2805.30.0050. Used in PET scanners and catalysts.

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.

2844.44.00.00Higher: 35% vs 5%

If lutetium-177 isotope

Radioactive isotopes classify in 2844.

3815.11.00.00Higher: 35% vs 5%

If on supported catalyst

Catalyst-supported rare-earths are Chapter 38.

2846.90.40.00Lower: Free vs 5%

If lutetium chloride

All rare-earth chlorides in specific 2846 codes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Particle size distribution critical; nano-powders risk 3824 reclass

Radioactivity screening mandatory for lutetium-177 precursors

NRC licensing if radioactive end-products