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Calcium Hydride Powder from Canada

Calcium hydride (CaH2) acts as a desiccant and hydrogen source in chemical manufacturing. Falls under HTS 2850.00.5000 as an alkaline earth metal hydride. Gray powder that reacts vigorously with water.

Duty Rate — Canada → United States

13.7%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada

Import Tips

UN 1404 classification requires steel drums with desiccant packs

Provide hydrogen evolution test data for customs safety review

Confirm compliance with OSHA pyrophoric material standards