8112.99.10.00 - Germanium

This HTS category, 8112.99.10.00, specifically classifies pure germanium and articles made therefrom. Germanium is a metalloid element known for its semiconductor properties, crucial in various electronic applications such as transistors, diodes, and optical fibers. The scope of this classification encompasses not only the raw elemental form of germanium but also finished or semi-finished articles that are predominantly composed of germanium.

This classification is distinct from its siblings, such as 8112.99.20.00, which covers vanadium, and 8112.99.91.00, designated for "other" materials not specifically listed. The key differentiator here is the material composition. While other categories within 8112.99 address different base metals, this subheading is exclusively for germanium and its related articles, irrespective of their form or stage of manufacturing, as long as germanium is the principal element.

As a leaf node, this classification has no further subcategories. Therefore, classification under 8112.99.10.00 will depend on the precise identification of germanium as the primary component of the imported or exported article. This could include, but is not limited to, germanium wafers, germanium lenses, or alloys where germanium is the dominant constituent metal.