Gallium Metal Lumps for Liquid Metal Alloys from Japan
Unwrought gallium lumps (3-10g each) for alloying into low-melt solders and thermal fluids. Classified HTS 8112.92.10.00 as unwrought, before mixing with indium or tin. Used in flexible electronics and heat pipes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
3%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Label as 'not for consumer solder' to prevent retail misclassification
• Monitor melting during shipping—use insulated containers with temperature logs
• Confirm <99% gallium if alloyed; pure stays here, alloys to Chapter 81 per notes