Osmium Wire (Semi-Manufactured) from Japan
Osmium wire in semi-manufactured form, typically 0.5-1mm diameter, used in medical implants and electrical contacts due to its hardness. Classified under HTS 7110.49.00 as 'other' osmium, ruthenium, or iridium not unwrought or powder. Excludes fully finished products per Chapter 71 structure.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include spectrographic analysis confirming osmium >2% weight predominance per alloy classification note 5
• Declare exact form (wire diameter, length) to distinguish from unwrought under Customs rulings
• Comply with REACH-like regulations for osmium toxicity in handling declarations