Barium Fluoride Powder from Germany
Barium fluoride (BaF2) is employed in scintillation detectors, optics, and as a welding flux. It is an 'other' fluoride under HTS 2826.19.90.00, meeting chemically defined criteria.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Ensure documentation specifies non-toxic grade if for industrial use to avoid barium compound regs
• Label as hazardous if fine powder to prevent inhalation risks during customs inspection
• Confirm not complex salt; mixtures with silicates go to 2826.90