Calcium Hydride Powder from Germany
Calcium hydride (CaH2) is a grayish-white powder used as a desiccant and reducing agent in chemical synthesis and hydrogen generation. It falls under HTS 2850.00.0500 as a chemically defined hydride of calcium, distinct from carbides in heading 2849. This inorganic compound reacts with water to produce hydrogen gas.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Obtain proper hazardous materials certification as calcium hydride is pyrophoric and generates flammable hydrogen upon moisture contact
• Provide detailed chemical purity analysis and safety data sheets (SDS) to avoid misclassification as a metal or waste product
• Ensure packaging complies with UN standards for reactive solids to prevent customs delays