Ammonium Tungstate Powder

Ammonium tungstate ((NH4)10W12O41·5H2O) is an ammonium salt of tungstic acid, falling under HTS 2841.80.00 for tungstates. It serves as a precursor in tungsten carbide production for cutting tools and as a source of tungsten in pigments.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.5%+25.0%30.5%
🇲🇽Mexico5.5%5.5%
🇨🇦Canada5.5%5.5%
🇩🇪Germany5.5%5.5%
🇯🇵Japan5.5%5.5%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

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

2842.90.10.00Higher: 38.1% vs 30.5%

If containing complex cyanides or thiocyanates

Chapter notes specify complex salts with cyanogen derivatives classify under 2842.

3102.60.00.00Lower: 25% vs 30.5%

If for agricultural use as fertilizer component

Tungstate mixtures for soil amendment fall under Chapter 31 fertilizers per exclusion notes.

3824.99.39Higher: 35% vs 30.5%

If sold as industrial reagent mixture

Blends with buffers or solvents classify as chemical preparations, not pure salts.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide assay reports confirming ammonium content to distinguish from sodium or other metal tungstates

Declare exact hydrate form and particle size, as ultrafine powders may trigger additional dust hazard regulations

Check for REACH or TSCA pre-registration if destined for EU or US chemical manufacturing