Germanium Dioxide Hydrated (Germanic Acid) from Mexico
Hydrated germanium dioxide, or germanic acid (H2GeO3), used in fiber optics and catalysts. Falls under HTS 2811.19.61.90 as other inorganic germanium oxyacid.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
14.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Purity certificate to confirm hydrate vs. 2825.60 germanium oxides
• Controlled substance checks for optics end-use