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Synthetic Amorphous Silica Gel from Germany

Synthetic amorphous silica gel is a porous form of silicon dioxide manufactured by acidifying sodium silicate, used as a desiccant. It is classified in HTS 2811.22.5000 as 'other' silicon dioxide, meeting Chapter 28 chemical definition.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%

Import Tips

Document pore volume and surface area to differentiate from natural silica; include MSDS confirming synthetic origin

For beaded/granular forms, specify not calcined to avoid mineral product confusion

Synthetic Amorphous Silica Gel from Germany — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2811.22.50.00