SmCo Sintered Pot Magnet Assembly from Germany
Pot-style magnet with sintered samarium-cobalt core encased in steel housing for focused magnetic field, used in industrial holding fixtures. Remains under HTS 8505.11.0050 as the primary sintered samarium-cobalt permanent magnet component.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Steel housing thickness specs prevent reclassification as simple steel articles
• Pull force test reports (>100 lbs typical) support permanent magnet function over temporary
• Avoid retail packaging; bulk import prevents toy magnet safety scrutiny