Tungsten Trioxide Powder

Tungsten trioxide (WO3) is a yellow-green powder used in gas sensors, smart windows, and catalysts. Classified in HTS 2825.90.90.00 as an other metal oxide of tungsten. It qualifies as a chemically defined inorganic compound per Chapter 28 Note 1.

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.

8101.10.00.00Higher: 32% vs 28.7%

If in unwrought metal form rather than oxide

Pure tungsten metal falls in Chapter 81; only oxides stay in Chapter 28.

2849.90.50.00Higher: 38.7% vs 28.7%

If for tungsten carbide, not trioxide

Carbides specifically classified in 2849 per chapter notes, excluding other carbon compounds.

3824Lower: 15% vs 28.7%

If doped for electronic applications in wafer form

Doped elements cut into discs/wafers move to 3818 per chapter note on electronic forms.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Provide certificates of analysis confirming WO3 content >99% to avoid reclassification as alloy or waste

β€’ Comply with TSCA regulations; include end-use declaration to prevent diversion to defense applications

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