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Metaboric Acid Powder from Japan

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 — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 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