Cerium Fluoride Powder from Japan
Cerium fluoride (CeF3) powder dopes phosphors and catalysts in petroleum refining. It qualifies as chemically defined other fluoride in HTS 2826.19.90.00.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Declare rare earth content accurately for quota considerations
• Avoid mixtures with oxides, which may classify as 2846
• Lab certification prevents luminophore reclass to 3206