Palladium on Carbon Hydrogenation Catalyst from Japan
Activated carbon supported palladium catalyst employed in pharmaceutical and fine chemical hydrogenation reactions to reduce double bonds. It qualifies for HTS 3815.90.5000 as a catalytic preparation for reaction acceleration, not covered by other specific 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
• Declare exact palladium loading percentage for duty valuation; undervaluation leads to audits
• Flammable solid classification may apply; include wet/dry weight distinctions in documentation
• Prevent re-export without ATF precious metals tracking if applicable