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Tantalum Furnace Linings Scrap

Eroded tantalum fragments from high-temperature vacuum furnace crucibles used in superalloy production. Recovered as waste and scrap under HTS 8103.30.00.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree—Free
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇨🇦CanadaFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

Alternative Classifications

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

8108.90.60Higher: 40% vs Free

If alloyed with other base metals

Alloys under 99% tantalum classified in Chapter 81 other base metals.

6903.20.00Higher: 37.5% vs Free

If in refractory ceramic composite

Refractory bricks containing tantalum go to Chapter 69.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Magnetic separation to remove steel inclusions from furnace debris

• High-temperature assay recommended due to potential alloy contamination