Thallium Sputtering Target Waste from Japan
Discarded thallium sputtering targets from PVD coating operations in semiconductor fabrication. As thallium scrap with >99% thallium content, it qualifies under HTS 8112.52.00.00.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include manufacturing process records showing thallium target usage and scrapping criteria
• Label shipments as hazardous due to thallium toxicity with proper UN numbers
• Avoid bulk packing; use sealed containers to comply with DOT transport rules