Carbon-Supported Palladium Hydrogenation Catalyst from Japan
5% palladium on activated carbon facilitates selective hydrogenation of nitro compounds to amines. Classified 3815.19.00.00 as carbon is not a specified support triggering other subheadings.
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
• Provide ICP analysis quantifying exact Pd loading for precious metal duty calculations
• Document carbon support activation method (steam vs chemical) affecting classification stability
• Include safety data sheets noting pyrophoric potential for proper hazmat handling