Platinum Wire Cloth Catalytic Converter Core
A platinum wire cloth grid used as the core in automotive catalytic converters to facilitate exhaust gas chemical reactions. It falls under HTS 7115.10.00.00 because it is specifically a catalyst in wire cloth form made of platinum, matching the subheading for such precious metal structures. These are essential components in pollution control systems.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 4% | +35.0% | 39% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 4% | +10.0% | 14% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 4% | +10.0% | 14% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 4% | +10.0% | 14% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 4% | +10.0% | 14% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If made primarily of gold or silver alloys
Alloys with 2%+ gold or silver predominate over platinum per Chapter 71 Note 5, shifting to other precious metal articles.
If when assembled into a complete catalytic converter unit
Fully assembled pollution control apparatus for vehicles falls under machinery catalytic converters, not raw precious metal catalyst forms.
If supported on ceramic or base metal substrate
Supported catalysts with precious metal as minor constituent classify as chemical preparations, excluding pure platinum wire cloth.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify platinum purity exceeds 99% and confirm wire cloth structure via sieve tests if powdered elements present; obtain EPA approvals for catalytic use
• Declare exact platinum weight to avoid undervaluation penalties
• Common pitfall: misclassifying as finished converter instead of core component
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