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Yttrium and Gadolinium Oxide Mixture

Powdered blend of yttrium oxide (Y2O3) and gadolinium oxide (Gd2O3), chemically defined rare-earth oxides for use in ceramics, superconductors, and phosphors. Fits HTS 2846.90.20 as a mixture of rare-earth oxides per chapter definitions including yttrium.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree—Free
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇨🇦CanadaFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

Alternative Classifications

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

2846.90.80Higher: 3.7% vs Free

If includes scandium compounds or non-oxide/chloride forms

Strictly limited to oxide/chloride mixtures; others are 'other' compounds of rare-earths.

3206.50.00Higher: 44% vs Free

If prepared as luminophores for pigments

Chapter note excludes inorganic luminophores used as such from Chapter 28.

3824Higher: 17.5% vs Free

If for industrial preparations with binders or fluxes

Prepared mixtures for specific uses like polishing compounds move out of pure chemicals.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Use XRF or ICP analysis certificates to prove rare-earth oxide composition and mixture status

• Package in moisture-proof containers to prevent hydration during transit

• Avoid classifying as 'doped' if for electronics, which may shift to 3818