Tungsten Disulfide Solid Lubricant Catalyst from Japan
WS2 nanoparticles functioning as both solid lubricant and catalyst in tribochemical reactions. Inorganic tungsten compound classified under HTS 3815.90.1000 for reaction acceleration properties. Used in aerospace and high-vacuum applications.
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
• Raman spectroscopy confirming 2H-WS2 phase essential for classification
• Include friction coefficient data demonstrating catalytic wear reduction mechanism
• Distinguish from pigment uses through application-specific technical literature