Inco Nickel Flakes 255 from China
Vale Inco Nickel Flakes 255, high-purity electrolytic nickel flakes with 3-8 micron thickness for electronics applications. Falls under HTS 7504.00.00.50 specifically for nickel flakes used in EMI shielding and printing inks. Distinct flake structure confirmed by SEM analysis.
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
• Include SEM images in documentation proving flake morphology vs spherical powder
• Check for REACH compliance if destined for EU; nickel flakes often require registration
• Avoid bulk packaging over 25kg drums to prevent powder classification during customs exam