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Sintered Molybdenum Rod from Japan

A high-purity rod produced by sintering molybdenum powder, used in electronics and high-temperature applications. Classified under HTS 8102.94.00.00 as unwrought molybdenum including bars and rods obtained simply by sintering, not further processed into finished articles.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Verify purity exceeds 99% molybdenum content to avoid alloy classification under Chapter 81 notes

• Provide mill test certificates confirming sintered production method to prevent misclassification as wrought

• Ensure documentation distinguishes from scrap or waste under 8102.98