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280421Chapter 28

HS code 280421: Argon

Covers:
Hydrogen, rare gases and other non-metals: Argon.
Listed US duty:
3.7% (US general rate, HTS 2026)

Official description

Hydrogen, rare gases and other non-metals : Rare gases : Argon

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What 280421 covers and what it doesn’t

Official text: Hydrogen, rare gases and other non-metals › Rare gases › Argon.

Nearby codes to check

  • Heading 2804 Hydrogen, rare gases and other non-metals: every subheading side by side.
  • 280410 Hydrogen
  • 280429 Rare gases — Other
  • 280430 Nitrogen
  • 280440 Oxygen
  • 280450 Boron; tellurium
  • 280461 Silicon — Containing by weight not less than 99,99 % of silicon
  • 280469 Silicon — Other
  • 280470 Phosphorus
  • 280480 Arsenic
  • 280490 Selenium

US duty rate

3.7%

General (MFN) rate in the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule, 2026 edition. A range means the rate depends on the 8-digit US line your product falls under. Extra duties such as Section 301, Section 232 or anti-dumping orders can apply on top, depending on origin. Check the lines on hts.usitc.gov. Not legal advice.

Who imports under 280421

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Common questions

What is HS code 280421?
Hydrogen, rare gases and other non-metals : Rare gases : Argon
What duty rates apply to 280421?
Listed duty rates range from 3.7% across 1 country rate.

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