High-Purity Tantalum Granules from China
Tantalum granules (1-5mm irregular shapes) produced by gas atomization, used in capacitor manufacturing and powder metallurgy. This unwrought form fits HTS 8103.20.00.90 as 'other' tantalum powders and granules, excluding sintered rods. Granules are considered powder equivalents in unwrought state.
Duty Rate — China → United States
27.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.91.0125%Effective with respect to entries on or after September 27, 2024, articles the product of China, as provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 31 to this subchapter
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit granulometry report (sieve analysis) to prove unwrought status versus sintered bars
• Ensure vacuum-sealed packaging; exposure to air can cause reclassification if oxidized
• Cross-check with CBP for 'powder' definition; granules under 10mm typically qualify