Materion Beryllium Copper Master Alloy Shot from China
Small shot pellets of beryllium copper master alloy (Cu-4Be) from Materion for uniform dispersion in induction furnaces. HTS 7405.00.60.30 covers these semi-finished forms specifically designed for alloying copper base metals. Ideal for high-strength spring applications.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Use ISPM-15 certified wooden pallets for alloy shot to avoid fumigation delays at ports
• Declare exact beryllium percentage (typically 3.5-4.5%) as customs may test for alloy composition
• Maintain chain-of-custody documentation from smelter to prevent contamination claims