Tantalum Flake Powder for Electronics
Flake-shaped tantalum powder (10-50 microns) optimized for electrolytic capacitor anodes. Falls under HTS 8103.20.00.90 as unwrought tantalum powder, valued for high surface area in electronics. Not sintered or wrought into components.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If high oxygen/impurity content
Oxidized or contaminated powders classify as scrap under 8103.30.
If used in pharmaceutical intermediates
Tantalum compounds (not pure metal) for meds fall under heterocyclic Chapter 29.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Certify flake morphology via microscopy to differentiate from nodular sintered powders
• Maintain <0.5% oxygen content declaration; higher levels risk waste classification
• Use FIFO inventory to prevent aging-related oxidation claims
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