Tungsten Pentachloride from Germany
Tungsten pentachloride (WCl5) is a dark-green crystalline compound employed as a catalyst in olefin polymerization and chlorination reactions. Classified under HTS 2827.39.40.00 as other chlorides of tungsten. It hydrolyzes readily in air forming oxychlorides.
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
• Require SDS confirming <0.1% impurities for chemical definition; use DOT-approved packaging for corrosive solids; check for CITES if tungsten sourced from conflict areas