Tungsten Crucible for Lab Melting

Pure tungsten crucibles for high-temperature melting of precious metals in laboratories. HTS 8101.99.80.00 applies to such vessels as other articles of tungsten.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%+35.0%38.7%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇩🇪Germany3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇯🇵Japan3.7%+10.0%13.7%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6903.90.00Lower: 35% vs 38.7%

If refractory ceramic crucibles

If lined or composite, shifts to Chapter 69 refractories.

8514.90Lower: 10% vs 38.7%

If parts of industrial furnaces

Furnace-integrated crucibles classify under Chapter 85.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include melting point certifications (>3400°C) to justify Chapter 81 placement

Declare lab vs industrial use to guide valuation

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