Calcined Sodium Borate Flux Grade from Japan
This calcined concentrate of natural sodium borates is processed for use as a flux in glassmaking and enameling industries. HTS 2528.00.0005 covers it explicitly as calcined natural sodium borates from mineral sources, not brine. It lowers melting points in high-temperature applications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include calcination temperature logs in documentation; test for heavy metal contaminants per import standards
• Use heat-sealed packaging to prevent moisture reabsorption