Tungsten Boride WB2 from Japan
Tungsten diboride (WB2) is an ultra-hard ceramic material used in wear-resistant coatings and cutting tools. Classified under HTS 2850.00.10.00 as a boride of tungsten, meeting chemically defined criteria. It exhibits high melting point and chemical stability for extreme environments.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide XRF or ICP analysis confirming tungsten-boron stoichiometry to validate subheading 2850.00.10
• Avoid bulk packaging over 25kg which may trigger hazardous material shipping declarations
• Confirm not mixed with carbon binders, as carbide exclusions apply per heading 2849