Precipitated Silica Powder from Germany
Precipitated silica is a form of synthetic amorphous silicon dioxide produced by precipitation from a solution containing silicate salts. It falls under HTS 2811.22.5000 as 'other' silicon dioxide, distinct from natural diatomaceous earth or fused quartz, used primarily as a reinforcing filler in rubber and tire manufacturing.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify purity and amorphous structure via lab analysis to confirm classification as synthetic silicon dioxide under 2811, not mineral products
• Include Certificate of Analysis (COA) showing SiO2 content >99% and production method to prevent reclassification as commodity chemicals