Germanium Metal Powder from China
Fine germanium powder (particle size 10-100 microns) used in sputtering targets and alloying applications. HTS 8112.99.10.00 covers this as germanium in powdered unwrought form. High purity ensures minimal contamination in thin-film deposition.
Duty Rate — China → United States
29.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify mesh size and purity on commercial invoice to justify unwrought powder status
• Handle as potential respiratory hazard—include industrial hygiene data for CBP review
• Avoid bulk packaging confusion with scrap; use sealed containers for primary metal