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Chromium Carbide Powder (Cr3C2) from Japan

High-purity chromium carbide (Cr3C2) powder used in thermal spray coatings for wear-resistant surfaces on industrial tools and components. This chemically defined inorganic compound of chromium falls under HTS 2849.90.20.00 as a carbide of chromium, not chemically defined otherwise. It is supplied in fine powder form for manufacturing applications.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Verify chemical purity and composition via certificate of analysis to confirm classification as chromium carbide under Chapter 28

• Include Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and proper hazardous materials declaration if shipped as powder to avoid delays

• Avoid misclassification as finished coatings; classify as raw carbide powder only