Niobium Pentachloride from Germany
Niobium pentachloride (NbCl5) is a yellow crystalline solid used as a catalyst and in superconductors. Falls under HTS 2812.90.00.90 for other nonmetal halide oxides, analogous to TiCl4 treatment. Chemically defined inorganic compound.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Hygroscopic; import in inert atmosphere packaging to maintain purity
• Check ITAR restrictions for superconductor applications
• Certificate of analysis essential to confirm anhydrous state