Polycrystalline Germanium Ingot from Japan
A high-purity polycrystalline germanium ingot used primarily as raw material for semiconductor production. It falls under HTS 8112.99.10.00 as unwrought germanium, distinct from refined forms or fabricated articles. Purity levels typically exceed 99.99% to meet industry standards for electronics.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
4.4%
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
• Verify purity certificates from suppliers to confirm classification as germanium under Chapter 81, avoiding reclassification as alloys
• Include material safety data sheets (MSDS) due to germanium's toxicity; ensure proper hazardous material declarations