Barium Fluoride Powder from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
13.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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