Technical Grade Caustic Potash 92% Flakes
> Technical grade 92% potassium hydroxide flakes for pulp and paper bleaching processes. Falls squarely under 2815.20.00 as a basic inorganic compound of potassium without organic modification. Packaged in 25kg bags for industrial handling.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
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Import Tips & Compliance
• > State the purity (92%) and form (flakes) on the commercial invoice
• Ensure the product is pure potassium hydroxide without additives
• Provide proper hazardous goods documentation for solid alkalis
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