Spherical Aluminum Powder for Additive Manufacturing from Japan
Ultra-fine spherical non-lamellar aluminum powder (15-53 microns) optimized for selective laser melting in metal 3D printing. Falls under 7603.10.00.00 as pure aluminum powder without flake structure. Ensures high density parts for automotive and medical implants.
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
• Supply laser diffraction PSD reports confirming D50 particle size for accurate description
• Label containers inert gas purged to prevent oxidation, common CBP inspection point
• Avoid generic 'metal powder' declarations; specify aluminum and non-lamellar explicitly