Platinum Tetrachloride

Platinum tetrachloride (PtCl4) serves as an intermediate in platinum chemistry for catalysts and anti-cancer drugs. Falls under HTS 2843.90.00.00 for other inorganic compounds of precious metal platinum.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%+25.0%28.7%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%3.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%3.7%
🇩🇪Germany3.7%3.7%
🇯🇵Japan3.7%3.7%

Alternative Classifications

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

2843.10.00.00Higher: 40.5% vs 28.7%

If colloidal platinum preparations

Colloidal Pt specifically classified under 2843.10.10.

3002.90Lower: 10% vs 28.7%

If when used in pharmaceutical preparations

Medicinal Pt compounds in finished pharma forms go to Chapter 30.

3815.11.00.00Higher: 35% vs 28.7%

If as supported platinum catalyst

Catalysts with precious metal supported on carriers are in 3815.11.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include NMR or ICP-MS analysis reports to verify chemical identity and purity

Classify based on Pt content value; obtain current LBMA platinum price for declaration

Ensure DOT-compliant packaging for corrosive solid classification

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