Polycrystalline Germanium Stock from Canada
Polycrystalline germanium in bulk unwrought form, melted and cast for further processing into monocrystalline wafers for infrared optics and detectors. HTS 8112.92.60.00 covers such unwrought germanium, excluding finished optics or powders. Meets chapter definition for high-purity base metal.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
2.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include spectrometry analysis proving single-element germanium dominance per Chapter 81 alloy notes; use proper hazardous material labeling due to toxicity risks
• Avoid bulk packaging that could imply scrap status