Cupric Oxide Black Powder from China
High-purity cupric oxide (CuO) in fine black powder form, used primarily as a pigment in ceramics and glass manufacturing. It falls under HTS 2825.50.10.00 as a chemically defined copper oxide, specifically cupric oxide, meeting Chapter 28 definitions for inorganic metal oxides. This product is imported for industrial applications requiring stable black coloration.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Verify purity levels exceed 98% CuO content to confirm classification under 2825.50.10.00; provide chemical analysis certificates
• Ensure packaging prevents moisture absorption to avoid degradation
• Comply with EPA regulations for heavy metal handling during import