Kroll Process Titanium Sponge from Germany
Standard titanium sponge produced by the magnesium reduction Kroll process, typically Grade 1-2 purity. Specifically provided for in HTS 8108.20.0010 as unwrought titanium sponge, serving as feedstock for melting and alloying operations.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
15%
Import Tips
• Provide Kroll process documentation proving sponge morphology (not powder); photos of chunk structure help
• Account for 30-40% yield loss in valuation; customs often undervalues sponge shipments
• Hazardous classification possible due to pyrophoric dust—require proper MSDS