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Ruthenium on Carbon Hydrogenation Catalyst from Germany

Ruthenium metal on activated carbon support for low-pressure hydrogenations of aromatic nitro compounds to amines. Falls under HTS 3815.12.0010 with Ru (PGM) as active catalytic substance. Preferred for aniline and pharmaceutical intermediate production.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Certify carbon support type (acid-washed vs. steam-activated) for performance consistency

• Handle under inert gas to prevent Ru oxidation; include handling instructions