Yttrium Oxide Powder (Y2O3)
High-purity yttrium oxide powder used in ceramics, superconductors, and phosphors for electronics. Classified under HTS 2846.90.20.15 as a rare-earth oxide with yttrium as the predominant metal, meeting Chapter 28 definitions for chemically defined inorganic compounds. Excludes mixtures with organic stabilizers or other exclusions in chapter notes.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If mixed with organic compounds
Organic compounds of rare-earth metals fall under 'Other' in 2846.90.80 per chapter exclusions.
If doped for electronics in disc or wafer form
Chemically doped elements cut into wafers classify in 3818 or as chemical preparations in 3824 per chapter note.
If porcelain or ceramic articles containing the oxide
Finished ceramic products incorporating rare-earth oxides shift to Chapter 69.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify yttrium content exceeds 50% by weight via lab analysis for predominant metal classification; obtain certificates of analysis from suppliers
• Avoid misclassification as industrial ceramics if processed into finished forms
• Comply with REACH-like regulations for rare-earth imports
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Scandium Oxide (Sc2O3) High Purity
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Yttria-Stabilized Zirconia Precursor Powder
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Mixed Yttrium-Europium Oxide for Phosphors
Rare-earth oxide mixture with yttrium predominant, doped with europium for red phosphors in LED lighting. HTS 2846.90.20.15 applies to such yttrium-dominant rare-earth oxide mixtures, excluding luminophores in finished form.
High-Purity Scandium-Yttrium Oxide Blend
Blend of scandium and yttrium oxides with one predominant for use in high-strength aluminum-scandium alloys. Fits 2846.90.20.15 as rare-earth oxides containing yttrium or scandium as the main metal, chemically defined per Chapter 28.
Yttrium Oxide for Superconductor Doping
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Scandium Oxide Catalyst Precursor
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