Vanadium Carbide Powder
Vanadium carbide (VC) powder used as grain refiner in steel alloys and tool steels. HTS 2849.90.50.00 applies to this chemically defined carbide not chemically combined as complex salts. Enhances hardness without brittleness.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If vanadium master alloys
Vanadium-bearing alloys for steelmaking classified under heading 8112.
If complex salts with gold/silver
Complex cyanates/thiocyanates of metals fall under heading 2842.
If dispersed in oil carrier
Carbide dispersions prepared for immediate use classify as preparations.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide alloy addition certificates showing carbide dissolution behavior
• Use anti-static bags for shipments to prevent ignition hazards
• Confirm no radioactive impurities per Chapter 28 exclusion notes
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Chromium Carbide Powder
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Molybdenum Carbide Catalyst
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Titanium Carbide Powder
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