Hydrated Germanium Dioxide

Hydrated GeO2, often as GeO2·H2O, serves as an intermediate in germanium refining. It is included under HTS 2825.60.00.50 as other germanium oxides, treated as chemically defined hydroxides/oxides.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%+25.0%28.7%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%3.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%3.7%
🇩🇪Germany3.7%3.7%
🇯🇵Japan3.7%3.7%

Alternative Classifications

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

2849.90.50.00Higher: 38.7% vs 28.7%

If containing carbide impurities

Carbide admixtures shift to heading 2849 per Chapter notes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify water content in invoices to classify correctly as hydrated oxide vs anhydrous

Ensure stability testing for moisture-sensitive shipments

Cross-check against Chapter 28 Note 2 for no organic content

Related Products under HTS 2825.60.00.50

High-Purity Germanium Dioxide

High-purity germanium dioxide (GeO2) is a chemically defined inorganic compound used primarily in the production of germanium metal and optical fibers. It falls under HTS 2825.60.00.50 as 'other' germanium oxides, distinct from any specific statistical suffixes, due to its classification as a metal oxide in Chapter 28.

Zirconium Dioxide Nanopowder

Zirconium dioxide (ZrO2) nanopowder with particle sizes under 100 nm is used in advanced ceramics and fuel cells. Classified under HTS 2825.60.00.50 as 'other' zirconium dioxide, as it is a chemically defined metal oxide not covered by other specific subheadings.

Synthetic Yttria-Stabilized Zirconia Powder

Yttria-stabilized zirconia (YSZ) powder, typically 8 mol% Y2O3-doped ZrO2, is a complex metal oxide for thermal barrier coatings. It qualifies under HTS 2825.60.00.50 as 'other' zirconium dioxide, meeting Chapter 28 definitions for chemically defined inorganic compounds.

Electronic-Grade Germanium(IV) Oxide

Electronic-grade GeO2 with impurity levels below 1 ppm is essential for semiconductor substrates and fiber optics. Falls under HTS 2825.60.00.50 as other germanium oxides, as a pure inorganic metal oxide per Chapter 28.

Monoclinic Zirconia Powder

Monoclinic phase zirconium dioxide powder is used in jewelry and structural ceramics. Classified in HTS 2825.60.00.50 as other zirconium dioxide, a basic metal oxide outside Chapter exclusions.

Zirconium Dioxide for Dental Applications

High-strength ZrO2 powder for dental crowns and implants, often pre-sintered. Falls under HTS 2825.60.00.50 as other zirconium dioxide prior to final shaping.