48% Hydrobromic Acid Solution from Mexico
Aqueous solution of hydrogen bromide gas (HBr) at 48% concentration by weight, classified under HTS 2811.19.30.00 as hydrobromic acid, an inorganic acid of nonmetals. It is a clear, colorless to yellow liquid used primarily in chemical synthesis and as a reagent.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Verify concentration and purity via Certificate of Analysis (CoA) to confirm classification as hydrobromic acid under Chapter 28
• Ensure DOT/UN packaging compliance (UN 1788) with proper Hazard Class 8 labels for corrosive liquids
• Avoid misclassification as bromide salts; provide lab test results if purity questioned by CBP