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Nitric Acid 68% Concentration from Germany

Nitric acid at 68% concentration by weight is a highly corrosive, fuming liquid used primarily in the production of fertilizers, explosives, and metal etching. It falls under HTS 2808.00.00 as a chemically pure inorganic acid, specifically nitric acid (HNO3), distinct from organic derivatives or mixtures excluded by Chapter 28 notes.

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 proper hazardous material documentation (DOT/UN labels) as nitric acid is classified as corrosive (UN 2031); ensure concentration is verified via lab analysis for accurate classification; avoid common pitfalls like mislabeling as lower-duty mixtures

Nitric Acid 68% Concentration from Germany — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2808.00.00