Palladium on Alumina Catalyst from Mexico
Palladium nanoparticles dispersed on gamma-alumina support, essential for selective hydrogenations and coupling reactions like Heck and Suzuki. Classified in HTS 3815.12.0010 due to palladium (platinum group metal) as the active catalytic substance. Widely used in petrochemical refining and API synthesis.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Declare exact Pd loading percentage (typically 1-10%) and support specifications in commercial invoice
• Comply with DOT hazardous material regulations if moisture-sensitive; use inert atmosphere packaging
• Avoid misclassification as lab reagent—provide end-use statement for industrial applications