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Tungsten Oxychloride

Tungsten oxychloride (WOCl4) is employed in chemical vapor deposition for thin films and catalyst manufacturing. Classifies in HTS 2827.49.5000 as other chloride oxide.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.5%—5.5%
🇲🇽Mexico5.5%—5.5%
🇨🇦Canada5.5%—5.5%
🇩🇪Germany5.5%—5.5%
🇯🇵Japan5.5%—5.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2827.39.45.00Higher: 29.2% vs 5.5%

If tungsten chloride without oxide

Subheading 2827.39 for chlorides excluding oxides/hydroxides.

3818.00.00Higher: 50% vs 5.5%

If doped for semiconductor wafers/discs

Chapter note moves doped elements cut into wafers to 3818.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Pyrophoric risk; require inert atmosphere shipping certification

• Provide molecular formula WOCl4 confirmation

• Bulk vs lab quantities may affect valuation methods