Titanium Nitride Whiskers from Japan
Single-crystal TiN whiskers used as reinforcement in metal matrix composites for aerospace. Chemically defined titanium nitride in whisker morphology under HTS 2850.00.07.00. Provide high strength-to-weight reinforcement.
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
• Aspect ratio and crystal structure verification via SEM/TEM
• Static dissipative packaging; whiskers pose puncture risk
• Not 'fibers' under 6812; chemical compound takes precedence