Ruthenium on Carbon Hydrogenation Catalyst from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 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