Pneumatic Aluminum Powder Conveyor from Japan
Explosion-proof pneumatic system for conveying fine aluminum powder in pyrotechnics and metallurgy using nitrogen carrier gas. HTS 8428.20.00 covers its pneumatic elevation for hazardous metal powders.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include ATEX Zone 20 certification and grounding schematics for static discharge prevention
• Specify inert gas (nitrogen) usage to differentiate from standard air systems
• Test minimum ignition energy compliance for customs hazardous material review