Lutetium Metal Powder from China
Ultrapure lutetium powder (atomic number 71), unmixed rare-earth metal, HTS 2805.30.0050. Used in PET scanners and catalysts.
Duty Rate — China → United States
5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Particle size distribution critical; nano-powders risk 3824 reclass
• Radioactivity screening mandatory for lutetium-177 precursors
• NRC licensing if radioactive end-products