Cadmium Evaporation Boat from Germany
Small ceramic or metal boat-shaped crucible containing cadmium for thermal evaporation in vacuum coating systems. HTS 8112.69.90.00 covers it as an article of cadmium used in optical and solar cell production. Designed for controlled vapor deposition without contamination.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include vacuum chamber compatibility specs in documentation to avoid parts classification disputes
• Comply with OSHA handling standards; provide training certs for cadmium exposure
• Avoid bulk import mislabeling as scrap—each boat is a distinct fabricated article