Tungsten Carbide Powder from Japan
Ultra-fine tungsten carbide powder stockpiled for defense manufacturing applications. Critical for cutting tools, armor-piercing projectiles, and wear-resistant components. Enters duty-free under 9808.00.40.00 with GSA strategic materials 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
• Verify particle size distribution meets DLA specification MIL-T-5621,Include end-user certificate from Defense Logistics Agency,Avoid common pitfall of classifying as commercial abrasive powder