Palladium Chloride from China
Palladium(II) chloride (PdCl2) is an inorganic compound used as a catalyst precursor in chemical reactions and electronics manufacturing. It qualifies for HTS 2843.90.00.00 as a chemically defined compound of precious metal palladium.
Duty Rate — China → United States
28.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide supplier assay certificates confirming >99% purity to avoid reclassification as preparations
• Adhere to REACH-like documentation for catalyst precursors if destined for EU re-export
• Monitor palladium spot prices for accurate customs valuation of precious metal content