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Bulk Liquid Soda 30% for Water Treatment from Japan

30% sodium hydroxide solution in bulk for municipal water softening and pH adjustment. Classified in HTS 2815.12.00.00 as soda lye, an aqueous solution of chemically defined NaOH, excluding products of other chapters like Section V salts. Ideal for large-scale environmental applications.

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

• For bulk imports via tanker, ensure vessel certification for corrosive liquids and bilge water separation

• Document end-use for water treatment to support drawback claims if re-exported