Cold-Formed Nickel Strip for Fuel Cell Components from Japan
Narrow cold-formed nickel strips (0.1-0.5mm thick) for bipolar plates in hydrogen fuel cells, offering high conductivity. Falls under 7506.10.10.00 as non-alloyed nickel strip cold-worked for thin, uniform profiles. Critical for green energy applications.
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
• Submit surface finish specs (Ra <0.5μm typical for cold-formed) in entry docs
• Avoid misdeclaration as 'foil' if thickness exceeds 0.15mm threshold
• Partner with customs brokers experienced in clean energy material classifications