Rhenium Wire for Thermocouples from Japan
Fine-diameter wire composed primarily of rhenium, alloyed minimally for use in high-temperature thermocouples in industrial furnaces. Falls under HTS 8112.49.00.00 as an article of rhenium, not qualifying as unwrought due to its drawn form. Exceeds 99% rhenium by weight per Chapter 81 alloy exclusion.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide material safety data sheets (MSDS) due to rhenium's toxicity risks during handling
• Confirm wire diameter and form to distinguish from powders under 8112.12.00.00
• Check for REACH compliance if transshipping through EU for environmental regs