Platinum Supported Alumina Catalyst from Germany
A high-performance catalyst consisting of platinum dispersed on an alumina support, used primarily in petroleum refining for catalytic reforming processes. It falls under HTS 3815.12.00.90 as a supported catalyst with precious metal (platinum) as the active substance, not specified elsewhere. This classification applies to its role as a reaction accelerator in hydrocarbon processing.
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
• Obtain detailed chemical composition certificates to verify precious metal content; ensure EPA pre-notification for hazardous material shipment; avoid misclassification by confirming support material is inert like alumina