Neodymium Oxide (Nd2O3) from Japan
Neodymium oxide is a chemically defined inorganic compound of the rare-earth metal neodymium, used primarily in the production of neodymium-iron-boron magnets for electronics and renewable energy applications. It falls under HTS 2846.90.80 as an inorganic compound of a rare-earth metal not specified elsewhere in the subheading. Purity levels typically exceed 99% for industrial use.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
3.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Verify chemical purity and composition via certificate of analysis to confirm classification as a rare-earth compound under Chapter 28
• Include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and ensure proper hazardous material declarations if shipped in bulk
• Avoid misclassification as a finished magnet by importing as pure oxide powder only