98% Sulfuric Acid from China
Concentrated sulfuric acid at 98% purity, a chemically defined inorganic compound used in industrial processes like fertilizer production and metal pickling. It falls under HTS 2807.00.00.00 as sulfuric acid, distinct from diluted forms or mixtures classified elsewhere. This strong acid is essential for chemical manufacturing and petroleum refining.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify concentration and purity via lab certification to confirm HTS classification; ensure DOT-compliant packaging for corrosive liquids to avoid shipping delays
• Common pitfall: mislabeling as battery acid leads to incorrect duties under Chapter 38