Germanium Dioxide from Germany
Germanium dioxide (GeO₂) used in fiber optics and phosphors. Inorganic oxygen compound of metalloid germanium classified under HTS 2811.29.5000 as nonmetal compound. Hexagonal white crystals.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Optical grade requires <1ppm impurities certification
• ITAR restrictions may apply for military optics applications
• Solubility tests distinguish from germanates