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Kernite Sodium Borate Concentrate from Germany

Kernite is a naturally occurring sodium borate mineral (Na2B4O7·4H2O) mined and concentrated for use in detergents and agriculture. Classified under HTS 2528.00.0005 as a natural sodium borate concentrate, not derived from brine separation. It provides a key source of boric oxide for various industries.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%

Import Tips

Obtain geological origin certificates proving natural mining source; test for H3BO3 content to ensure compliance with statistical note exclusions

Beware of fines for undeclared moisture content affecting dry weight calculations

Kernite Sodium Borate Concentrate from Germany — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2528.00.00.05