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98% Sulfuric Acid

Concentrated sulfuric acid at 98% purity, a separate chemically defined inorganic compound. It is classified here as sulfuric acid, meeting Chapter 28 Note 1(a) requirements for pure chemical compounds, and is widely used in industrial processes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈUnited StatesFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFreeβ€”Free

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2808.00.00Same rate: Free

If the product is actually nitric acid

Nitric acid is a separate heading under the same chapter.

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β€’ Provide a certificate of analysis to confirm purity and absence of impurities that could shift classification

β€’ Ensure proper dangerous goods documentation for transport and import

β€’ Verify if the acid is for industrial use, which may require additional safety data sheets for CBSA review

Related Products under Tariff item 2807.00.00

20% Dilute Sulfuric Acid

A 20% aqueous solution of sulfuric acid, a separate chemically defined compound dissolved in water. It falls under this tariff item as a solution of sulfuric acid, consistent with Chapter 28 Note 1(b) which covers such aqueous solutions.

Battery Grade Sulfuric Acid

High-purity sulfuric acid (93-37%) formulated for lead-acid battery electrolyte, with strict impurity limits. It is classified here as chemically defined sulfuric acid, provided it does not contain additives that render it suitable for specific use beyond general acid applications.

Electronic Grade Sulfuric Acid

Ultra-high purity sulfuric acid (>99.999%) for semiconductor wafer cleaning and etching. It is a separate chemically defined compound, classified here as sulfuric acid, meeting Chapter 28 Note 1(a) without any doping or additives that would exclude it.

Food Grade Sulfuric Acid

Dilute sulfuric acid (10-50%) FCC grade for pH adjustment in beverages and as a stabilizer in pectin. It is classified here as a chemically defined aqueous solution of sulfuric acid, provided it meets Chapter 28 Note 1(b) without added food additives.

Oleum (Fuming Sulfuric Acid)

Oleum, also known as fuming sulfuric acid, is a solution of sulfur trioxide in sulfuric acid. It is explicitly named in this tariff item and is classified here as oleum, a chemically defined product used in organic synthesis and explosives manufacturing.

Pharmaceutical Grade Sulfuric Acid

Low-bioburden sulfuric acid meeting USP/EP standards for API synthesis and vitamin production. It is a chemically defined acid, pure form without Chapter 28 exclusions, and is classified here as sulfuric acid for pharmaceutical manufacturing.