Anhydrous Borax Concentrate from Germany
Anhydrous borax concentrate is produced by calcining natural tincal or kernite ores, resulting in dehydrated sodium borate suitable for welding fluxes. HTS 2528.00.00 covers this as calcined natural borates from solid sources, excluding brine-derived products. It's valued for high boron content in metallurgical applications.
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
• Certify calcination temperature logs to prove natural processing without chemical synthesis
• Test for anhydrous state to avoid moisture-related weight disputes at customs