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Sassolite Natural Boric Acid Crystals from Germany

Sassolite consists of natural boric acid (H3BO3) crystals from volcanic fumaroles, capped at 85% purity for this category. Used in pharmaceuticals and antiseptics precursors. HTS 2528.00.0050 includes this as natural boric acid not exceeding the purity limit, distinct from synthetic.

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

Provide volcanic deposit certification and purity assay; segregate from >85% batches

Use moisture-proof packaging as crystals are hygroscopic