Tungsten Carbide Powder from Japan
Fine powder composed primarily of tungsten carbide (WC), used in manufacturing cutting tools and wear-resistant parts. Classified under HTS 8101.10.00.00 as tungsten powders due to its high tungsten content in powdered form. Not an alloy as tungsten exceeds 99% relative to other metals.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify purity via lab analysis to confirm tungsten content meets Chapter 81 definitions; misclassification as carbide risks re-assessment
• Include material safety data sheets (MSDS) for hazardous powder handling; declare particle size to avoid dust explosion regulations