Erbium Oxide (Er2O3) 99.9% Pure
Erbium oxide for fiber optic amplifiers and pink glass coloring. Classifies under HTS 2846.90.20.40 as pure rare-earth oxide of erbium.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If blended with other heavy rare-earths
Any multi-element composition becomes 'other mixtures'.
If in glass matrix for optics
Drawn glass in sheets excludes to Chapter 70.
If radioactive isotope compounds
Radioactive rare-earths go to heading 2844 per note 4.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include emission spectroscopy data confirming erbium dominance
• Avoid 'didymium oxide' labeling which implies mixture
• Check country-of-origin for Section 232 rare-earth restrictions
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