Platinum Supported Alumina Catalyst from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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