Platinum Supported Alumina Catalyst from Japan
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 — 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
• 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