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High-Purity Cobalt Powder from Japan

Fine cobalt powder certified under the Strategic and Critical Materials Stock Piling Act for national defense stockpiles. This material is essential for superalloys used in jet engines and high-strength components. Classified under HTS 9808.00.40.00 due to its strategic importance and GSA certification.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Obtain GSA certification letter prior to importation confirming strategic material status,Maintain documentation proving procurement under Stock Piling Act requirements,Ensure material purity specifications match Defense Logistics Agency standards