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Gadolinium Metal Granules

Granular gadolinium used in MRI contrast agents and nuclear reactors after further processing. Falls under 2805.30.0090 as elemental rare-earth metal, 'other' category.

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: 12.5% vs 5%

If radioactive isotopes of gadolinium

Radioactive isotopes/compounds to 2844 per specific Chapter note.

2846.90.80Lower: 3.7% vs 5%

If as gadolinium oxide

Oxides classify separately in 2846 from pure metals.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide nuclear non-proliferation end-user certificates; ensure granules <2.5g to avoid cultured crystal exclusions; comply with TSCA for chemical imports

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