Gold on Titania Catalyst for CO Oxidation from Japan
Nanosize gold particles (2-5nm) supported on TiO2 for low-temperature carbon monoxide oxidation in air purification and fuel cell applications. Classified HTS 3815.12.00 as supported precious metal catalyst. Used in respiratory protection and proton exchange membrane fuel cell startup.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Declare gold nanoparticle size via TEM analysis; TiO2 crystalline phase affects activity; potential TSCA reporting for nanomaterials