Metaboric Acid Powder from Germany
Metaboric acid (HBO2), a dehydrated form of boric acid, used in flame retardants and catalysts. Included under HTS 2810.00.00.00 as a boric acid isomer, chemically defined. Less stable than orthoboric acid, requiring dry storage.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify polymorphic form (alpha/beta/gamma) in documentation
• Monitor for reconversion to orthoboric acid during storage