Sourcing tin sputtering targets from China
Tin sputtering targets classified under heading 8007 attract 0% UK duty from China across the listed lines. Before importing into Great Britain, check whether the tin requires UK REACH registration; confirm waste controls separately for spent targets. Cambridge China Bridge sources tin sputtering targets.
Zero duty on the listed tin article lines
Read from the UK Trade Tariff on 4 October 2026, heading 8007 covers other articles of tin. Both listed lines carry 0% duty for goods from China, with no anti-dumping or countervailing duty and no suspension recorded. The plate line covers thickness exceeding 0.2 mm. The table repeats commodity lines for relevant target forms; these are classification candidates rather than separate tariff subdivisions.
The other-articles line has import and export waste controls attached. For spent targets from China, confirm the applicable requirement with your customs broker before shipment. Where notification controls apply to imports into England, shipment can begin only after consent from the Environment Agency and the other competent authorities involved.
Give your broker the composition, drawing, machining details and any backing assembly to confirm the commodity code. Do not assume a bonded assembly follows the bare tin component. See the tin anodes guide for another product family within the wider heading.
| Goods | Commodity code | Duty | Anti-dumping or countervailing duty on China |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tin target plates, thickness exceeding 0.2 mm | 8007 00 10 00 | 0% | None |
| Machined tin sputtering discs, subject to classification | 8007 00 80 00 | 0% | None |
Purity, target geometry and backing
Specify metallic tin rather than tin oxide, the agreed purity and individual impurity limits, and a batch certificate of analysis. Include the cathode drawing, diameter or length and width, thickness, flatness, edge profile and mounting features. State whether you need a bare target or a bonded assembly, with the backing material, bond method and evidence of bond coverage.
Before a first import into Great Britain, check whether the tin requires UK REACH registration. HSE advises businesses importing a substance they have not previously imported to consider whether registration is required. Keep the chemical compliance review separate from acceptance of the machining drawing.
Worked duty example
Illustrative example, not a quote: Illustrative batch of machined tin sputtering discs for a coating business under 8007 00 80 00, invoiced at £27,000 free on board, with £900 of freight and insurance to the UK. The customs value is £27,900. Duty at 0% is £0. Import VAT at 20% is charged on the customs value plus duty, £27,900, so it is £5,580. With no duty, the only import tax is the VAT, which a VAT-registered importer can usually reclaim. The import duty and VAT guide explains each step.
Inspection checklist
Composition: match the batch certificate to target labels and agree independent laboratory checks for the impurities relevant to your coating process.
Geometry: measure against the cathode drawing and check flatness, mounting features, edge damage and fit before installation.
Surface and bond: check for pits, scratches, contamination and distortion; review agreed bond coverage evidence for backed targets.
Packing: check that contact faces are protected, targets cannot move inside their packaging and labels retain batch traceability. Use the quality inspection guide to set the inspection brief.
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What goes wrong
A certificate stating only total tin purity can leave important impurities unreported. Incorrect machining can prevent mounting, while poor bond coverage can compromise heat transfer. Soft tin surfaces can arrive dented or contaminated. Agree an impurity report, drawing approval, bond acceptance method and protected packing before production.
A visually acceptable target can still give unsuitable coating results. Trial a sample in the intended cathode and process before approving repeat supply, and record the batch and operating conditions so later failures can be traced.
Cambridge China Bridge sources these products for UK businesses, checking the factory and the documents before shipment. See factory verification. For repeat volumes, see container programmes.
Frequently asked questions
What is the UK import duty on tin sputtering targets from China?
Under heading 8007, both listed commodity lines carry 0% duty from China. The supplied tariff snapshot records no anti-dumping or countervailing duty. Confirm the target's classification before ordering.
Which commodity code should I use for a tin target?
The listed candidates are 8007 00 10 00 for qualifying plates and 8007 00 80 00 for other tin articles. Ask your broker to review the drawing, composition and backing assembly.
Do tin sputtering targets need UK REACH checks?
Yes. Before a first import of the tin substance into Great Britain, consider whether UK REACH registration is required. Do not treat a purity certificate as registration evidence.
Can I import spent tin targets from China?
Confirm waste status and the applicable controls with your broker before shipment. For notified waste imports into England, consent from the Environment Agency and other competent authorities is needed before shipping.