Lanthanum Nickel Hydride Powder from Japan
Lanthanum nickel alloy hydride (LaNi5H6) for nickel-metal hydride batteries. Intermetallic hydride classified under HTS 2850.00.5000. Gray powder with reversible hydrogen absorption.
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
• Alloy composition analysis prevents classification as cermet (8112)
• Battery manufacturing declaration avoids Chapter 85
• Hydrogen pressure-composition isotherms validate hydride nature