Molybdenum Trioxide

Molybdenum trioxide (MoO3) is a white to violet powder used in alloy production and as a catalyst. Falls under HTS 2825.90.90.00 as other metal oxides. Chemically defined inorganic base metal oxide per Chapter 28.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China3.7%+25.0%28.7%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico3.7%β€”3.7%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada3.7%β€”3.7%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany3.7%β€”3.7%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan3.7%β€”3.7%

Alternative Classifications

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

8102.95.30.00Lower: 16.6% vs 28.7%

If unwrought molybdenum metal

Base metals and their unwrought forms classified in Section XV (Chapter 81).

2841.90.50.00Higher: 38.7% vs 28.7%

If as molybdate salts like ammonium paramolybdate

Salts of molybdic acid specifically in 2841, not oxides.

3824.99.39Higher: 35% vs 28.7%

If in catalyst preparations with binders

Prepared catalysts or mixtures fall outside pure Chapter 28 compounds.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Sintered or alloyed forms go to Chapter 81; import as pure powder with assay certificate

β€’ Check Section VI notes for alloy exclusions; provide melting point data confirming oxide purity

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Zinc Peroxide

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