Molybdenum Wire Bar Stock for Lamp Filaments from Japan
High-purity wrought molybdenum bar stock drawn into wire for halogen lamp filaments. HTS 8102.95.30.00 applies to bars/rods not simply sintered, excluding Chapter 81 alloys.
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
• Provide drawing process documentation to distinguish bar stock from finished wire
• Label clearly as 'bar stock' vs 'wire' to avoid immediate reclassification
• Purity testing frequent for lighting industry imports