Gallium Metal Beads

Spherical gallium beads used in research and calibration of analytical instruments due to low melting point. HTS 8112.99.9100 covers these as articles of gallium, excluding waste.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4%+25.0%29%
🇲🇽Mexico4%—4%
🇨🇦Canada4%—4%
🇩🇪Germany4%—4%
🇯🇵Japan4%—4%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2842.90Lower: 13.3% vs 29%

If in chemical compound form

Gallium compounds like gallium arsenide classify in Chapter 28 inorganic chemicals.

9027Lower: 10% vs 29%

If certified as instrument calibrator

If sold as complete calibration standard, it becomes Chapter 90 instrument accessory.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide melting point test to confirm pure gallium, not alloy

• Invoice as 'research beads' with intended lab use to aid classification

• Handle as hazardous if quantity exceeds lab-scale thresholds