Battery Grade Cuprous Oxide Nanoparticles

Nano-scale cuprous oxide (Cu2O) particles (20-50 nm) for lithium-ion battery electrode materials and supercapacitors. It is a chemically defined copper oxide under HTS 2825.50.20.00, classified by composition regardless of particle size.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China5%+35.0%40%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico5%+10.0%15%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada5%+10.0%15%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany5%+10.0%15%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan5%+10.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3818.00.00Higher: 50% vs 40%

If in disc or wafer form for electronics

Doped or processed forms for semiconductors fall under 3818 per chapter notes.

8507.60.00Higher: 53.4% vs 40%

If assembled into complete battery cells

Finished lithium-ion batteries are classified in Chapter 85.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 40%

If surface-functionalized with organics

Organically modified nanoparticles are organo-inorganic compounds excluded from Chapter 28.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Include TEM/SEM analysis confirming nanoparticle morphology and purity

β€’ Declare as 'research chemical' if small quantities to expedite CBP review

β€’ Check BIS export controls if dual-use technology applies to battery materials

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