Aerospace Grade Samarium-Cobalt Cylinder Magnet from China
Cylindrical sintered samarium-cobalt magnet meeting aerospace specifications (AS9100), used in gyroscopes and satellite reaction wheels. Specifically classified under HTS 8505.11.0050 for its sintered metal samarium-cobalt permanent magnet properties.
Duty Rate — China → United States
39.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.91.0625%Effective with respect to entries on or after January 1, 2026, articles the product of China, as provided for in subdivision (g) of U.S. note 31 to this subchapter
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include AS9100 quality certification; helps expedite FAA and space agency import clearances
• Magnetize in U.S. after import to avoid ITAR licensing for 'military critical' magnetized articles
• Test and document for hydrogen embrittlement resistance, common failure mode in aerospace SmCo